Senior Purchasing Agent
Education Requirement
Experience Required
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in procurement processes is required.
- Must be proficient in computer software applications.
- Good organizational and analytical/statistical skills are required.
- Strong customer service skills are required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. A writing sample will be required at time of interview.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, such as Excel and Word, are required. Excel work sample will be given pre-interview or at the time of interview.
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing and automated purchasing system is desirable.
- Experience with purchasing of numerous items and services, including medical products and services, is desirable.
- Some experience with MS Access is desirable.
- Knowledge of University business policies and procedures are desirable.
- Familiarity with PeopleSoft/Oracle purchasing and contract module is desirable.
- Master of Business Administration is desirable.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
