Strategic Procurement & Vendor Relations Specialist

Boise State University; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation days (12–24)

Tuition fee waiver

Medical, dental, and health insurance

Job summary

Boise State University is seeking a Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement activities and vendor administration in alignment with Idaho statutes and university policies. You will act as a primary purchasing advisor ensuring compliance and efficient spend.

The role requires collaboration with campus stakeholders, development of clear specifications and SOWs, and oversight of ITBs/RFQs within policy and budget constraints. This position is based in Boise and not visa-sponsoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; 2 years professional purchasing experience.
• Experience with competitive bidding methods, ITBs and RFQs.
• Knowledge of Idaho procurement statutes and Boise State policies.

Responsibilities

• Review and process departmental purchase requisitions with budget authority and policy adherence.
• Plan, administer and award ITBs/RFQs per state rules and dollar thresholds.
• Develop clear specifications and SOW in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve order discrepancies.
• Execute daily procurement transactions using the ERP and assist end-users with purchasing guidelines.

Skills

Vendor relations

Contract management

ERP systems

Procurement compliance

SOW development

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Oracle

Workday

PeopleSoft

MS Excel

Job description

Boise State University is seeking a Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement activities and vendor administration in alignment with Idaho statutes and university policies. You will act as a primary purchasing advisor ensuring compliance and efficient spend.

The role requires collaboration with campus stakeholders, development of clear specifications and SOWs, and oversight of ITBs/RFQs within policy and budget constraints. This position is based in Boise and not visa-sponsoring.