Procurement Team Lead - IT & Research Buying

Wayne State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Dayton, Ohio, seeks a Team Lead - Sr. Purchasing Manager to guide a small purchasing team and oversee daily procurement operations.

You will coordinate with internal customers and IT suppliers, analyse spend, and recommend action plans to optimize contracts and transactions. The role requires a Bachelor's with 6+ years (or a Master's with 5+ years), strong English, organization, communication, and MS Office skills; a valid driver's license and U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience or Master's with 5+ years.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with MS Office; able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Valid driver's license; U.S. citizen due to Federal Government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of three buyers and one purchasing clerk in daily operations.
• Manage customer and supplier relations; report and propose action plans for IT suppliers and transactions.
• Oversee procurement activities and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Skills

English language

Organization skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Time management

Driver's license

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SciQuest/JAGGAER

Job description

Wayne State University in Dayton, Ohio, seeks a Team Lead - Sr. Purchasing Manager to guide a small purchasing team and oversee daily procurement operations.

You will coordinate with internal customers and IT suppliers, analyse spend, and recommend action plans to optimize contracts and transactions. The role requires a Bachelor's with 6+ years (or a Master's with 5+ years), strong English, organization, communication, and MS Office skills; a valid driver's license and U.S.