Strategic Purchasing Agent II (Hybrid)

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a Purchasing Agent II to join the Purchasing and Contract Services team. This role coordinates the procurement of goods, services, and equipment in line with institutional policies, state and federal regulations, and funding source requirements.

It also drives cost savings through strategic sourcing and supplier diversity. The position supports departments from requisition through contract, ensuring efficient, ethical purchasing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and three years of relevant experience.
• Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services on a competitive basis by preparing solicitation documents.
• Collaborate with campus departments to define performance measures and award criteria.
• Develop RFx documentation and build KSU Bid Portal projects for solicitations addressing security, accessibility, and PCI requirements.
• Guide departments through procurement lifecycle from requisition to contract execution.
• Coordinate with campus purchasing liaisons to identify needs and ensure accurate specifications.
• Assist IT and Risk teams by facilitating reviews and gathering information on security and PCI compliance.
• Represent procurement in meetings with vendors, government agencies, and professional groups.
• Provide training on procurement policies and processes to campus stakeholders.

Skills

Contract language comprehension

Verbal & written communication

Data analysis & reporting

Creative problem solving

Self-directed team player

Education

Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience

Bachelor's Degree in MIS / Supply Chain / Accounting / Business Admin

Job description

Kansas State University is seeking a Purchasing Agent II to join the Purchasing and Contract Services team. This role coordinates the procurement of goods, services, and equipment in line with institutional policies, state and federal regulations, and funding source requirements.

It also drives cost savings through strategic sourcing and supplier diversity. The position supports departments from requisition through contract, ensuring efficient, ethical purchasing.