Procurement Team Lead (Senior – Principal Level)

University of Colorado; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks a Procurement Team Lead to manage procurement activities within the Department of Psychiatry. This hybrid role involves enhancing procurement systems, training staff, and liaising with various stakeholders to ensure efficiency. Candidates must hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have significant experience in procurement or a similar field.

Benefits

Medical and dental plan options

Retirement 401(a) Plan with 10% employer contribution

22 vacation days per year

Paid time off and sick leave

Tuition benefit for employees

ECO Pass for reduced transit fares

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a lead or senior support position is required.
• Experience with contract negotiations preferred.
• Project management certification or training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the procurement ticketing system.
• Develop and deliver training for procurement rules.
• Oversee and train departmental Approving Officials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tact and diplomacy

Customer service

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

CU Systems (EMS, Concur, Marketplace, HCM)

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Psychiatry

Job Title: Procurement Team Lead (Senior – Principal Level)

Position: #00835753 – Requisition: #36979

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry Procurement Team is a critical function for the staff and faculty. Working on this team will give you an up-close view of the work and the structure of this varied and expansive department. The financial structures are complex and challenging, offering dynamic problem-solving opportunities. This is a position that is key to the smooth functioning of the department. If you enjoy variety and fast paced work that is mentally stimulating this is the position for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the procurement ticketing system for faculty and department procurement and reimbursement. Consistently update and improve the tracking systems.
• Develop and deliver training and process materials for faculty and staff on procurement rules and responsibilities.
• Oversee and train departmental Approving Official for those with procurement and travel cards
• Process tickets submitted to the Procurement Team
• Work with DOP Finance team to ensure appropriate balances for all faculty professional development funds and other special funding sources.
• Responsible for liaising with appropriate CU and CU Medicine procurement approvers to assist units as needed with travel, general requests, contracts, and Marketplace procurement.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key community members to promote well-being among all Coloradans.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
  
  

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Senior Level

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• Two (2) years of professional level experience in a lead or senior support position
  
  

Principal Level

• A bachelor’s degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
• Three (3) years of extensive diverse and progressively responsible experience, including direct responsibility for the leadership and development of department level processes
  
  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in CU Systems including EMS, Concur, Marketplace, HCM, Smartsheet, etc.
• Experience with contract negotiations.
• Project management certification or training.
• Experience delivering effective communications, both in writing and orally.
• Proven successful customer service.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail, organized
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• A demonstrated ability to organize and complete complex projects and to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, handling a fast-paced environment.
  
  

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
  
  

Questions should be directed to: Kristin Owens, [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as the following:

Senior Level: $60,514 - $76,974

Principal Level: $69,591 - $88,519

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Job Category

Business Services

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Jun 3, 2025

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

Kristin Owens

Posting Contact Email

[e-mail]

Position Number

00835753

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Higher Education

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