Buyer - Intermediate

Job DescriptionResponsible for procuring goods and services within designated commodities and purchasing thresholds, under general supervision, in compliance with relevant Regents' Rules and State Regulations.Responsibilities• Processes daily procurement requests from the initial stage at the requisition level through completion of the purchase order process.• Completes procurement/bid processes for mid-level requisitions, to include development of statement of work and the issuance of purchase orders.• Negotiates pricing, reviews/negotiates various terms and conditions, and analyzes procurement risk factors throughout the process.• Researches and identifies opportunities for utilizing pre-established contracts (Group Purchasing Organizations).• Acts as liaison between university departments and suppliers; identifies potential new suppliers.• Maintains effective communications between Purchasing, Compliance, Accounting, Receiving, Materials Management, and any other departments crucial to the procurement process.• Seeks cost savings opportunities.• Performs all other duties as assigned.Qualifications• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures within the procurement process.• Detail oriented with meticulous planning, organizational, negotiation and time management skills.• Self-motivated and directed, with the ability to multitask and prioritize.• Operates well in a high volume environment.• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).• Builds and maintains positive working relationships, within individual work groups, across departments, and with suppliers through open communication and collaboration.• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.Education• Bachelor's degree in related field is required.• Experience may be substituted in lieu of education.Experience• five (5) years of professional purchasing experience is required.License And Certification• Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD), or equivalent certification, is required.• New employee must obtain required purchasing certification within eighteen (18) months of hire.Required Skillsfive (5) years of professional purchasing experience is required.About UsBenefits OverviewUT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year plus three floating holidays, which can be used anytime during the fiscal year.FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.EEO StatementUT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.