Strategic Research Procurement Specialist

University of Dayton; Dayton (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) seeks a procurement professional to source materials, equipment, and services while navigating federal acquisition requirements and university procedures. You will collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure compliant, on-time delivery in a mission-driven research environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, acquiring specifications, obtaining quotes, negotiating terms, and entering requisitions in an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an Associate's with 3 years purchasing experience.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Experience with eProcurement systems.
• Experience in a professional role with procurement fundamentals.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Strong organization skills.
• Effective telephone, oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• U.S. citizenship due to federal government contracting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve requests for material, equipment and services in compliance with Federal Government acquisition regulations, uniform guidance and University policies.
• Acquire specifications (design drawings, SOWs, specifications, etc.) and identify suitable sources.
• Obtain and analyze quotes; negotiate terms and conditions.
• Input and track requisitions in an eProcurement environment.
• Acquire, qualify, input and manage sponsor, subcontractor and vendor information for UDRI.

Skills

ERP experience

eProcurement

Procurement basics

English proficient

Strong organization

Communication skills

MS Office

Task prioritization

US citizen

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field

Associate's degree in business + 3 years purchasing experience

Tools

Deltek CostPoint

Jaggaer

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) seeks a procurement professional to source materials, equipment, and services while navigating federal acquisition requirements and university procedures. You will collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure compliant, on-time delivery in a mission-driven research environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, acquiring specifications, obtaining quotes, negotiating terms, and entering requisitions in an