Senior Procurement Services Specialist

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental and Vision plans

Retirement plan with employer match

Life insurance

Career training

Discount programs

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR, seeks a Senior Procurement Services Specialist to report to the Procurement Manager. You will handle special projects, process requisitions, purchase orders, and match exceptions, while supporting capital equipment management and contract tracking.

The role includes leading bid processes, coordinating with stakeholders, mentoring procurement staff, and ensuring compliance with state laws, DFA policies, UA System policies, and UAMS

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Ability to work on a computer 6/8 hours per day.
• Ability to perform routine office functions including verbal communication, filing, and light lifting.

Responsibilities

• Management of capital equipment acquisition and related contracts.
• Conducting, executing, and completing bids with stakeholders; publish bid documentation.
• Purchase order processing, capital asset management, and lease management.
• Processing procurement transactions including requisitions, purchase orders, and match exceptions.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, accounting, or a related field

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Closing Date: 10/25/2026

Type of Position: Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Department: FIN | Finance SC Procurement Team A

Summary of Job Duties:

The Senior Procurement Services Specialist will report to the Procurement Manager and handle special projects assigned by the Procurement Manager as well as process purchase transactions including, but not limited to, Requisitions, Purchase Order, and Match Exceptions. The senior specialist will assist with the management of the Capital Equipment process and tracking related contracts as well as manage the Bid process, including but not limited to, conducting, executing, and completing BIDs. The senior specialist will aid in the mentoring of procurement intermediate and associate specialists and ensure compliance with Arkansas State Laws, DFA Policies, UA System Policies, and UAMS policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, accounting, or a related field plus three (3) years of procurement experience, or
• High School diploma/GED plus seven (7) years of procurement experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Ability to work on a computer 6/8 hours per day.
• Ability to perform routine office functions including verbal communication, filing, and light lifting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, accounting, or a related field plus six (6) years of experience.
• Project Management - Experience in the planning, conduction, and finalization of major projects that include high-value stakeholders.
• Ability to liaise between inside and outside organizations.
• The ability to have high-level discussions and set/manage expectations for turnaround times with C-Suite leadership
• Workday and Adobe forms literate
• Knowledge of state purchasing rules, applicable laws, and regulations. Knowledge of the State of Arkansas Procurement Rules and Regulations on the Bid Process, such as but not limited to, RFP’s IFB’s RFQ’s, and RFI’s.

Responsibilities:

• Management of capital equipment acquisition, including, but not limited to, capital.
• Conducting, executing, and completing bids, which includes meeting with stakeholders, conducting bid development meetings, and organizing and preparing bid documentation for publishing
• Purchase order processing, capital asset management, and lease management.
• Processing procurement transactions including requisitions, purchase orders, and match exceptions.
• Performing other duties as assigned

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes