Procurement Senior Specialist

Procurement Senior Specialist Location Athens, OH :

Please see Special Instructions for more details. PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. IT IS BEING POSTED BARGAINING UNIT WIDE AND UNIVERISTY WIDE SIMULTANEOUSLY TO EXPEDITE THE POSTING PROCESS. HOWEVER, CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY AFSCME 3200 EMPLOYEES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST. Please complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including email addresses. We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse background. In order to be fully considered for this position, all applicants must apply on or before the posting close date.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information Job Title Procurement Senior Specialist Applications Accepted From University Wide, Planning Unit, AFSCME 3200 University Wide Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. IT IS BEING POSTED BARGAINING UNIT WIDE AND UNIVERISTY WIDE SIMULTANEOUSLY TO EXPEDITE THE POSTING PROCESS. HOWEVER, CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY AFSCME 3200 EMPLOYEES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST. Please complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including email addresses. We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse background. In order to be fully considered for this position, all applicants must apply on or before the posting close date. This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement. Posting Number 20165778S Responsible for the purchasing activities of goods and services needed by the university. May include contracting for professional services and equipment acquisition. Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as the initial contact for customers. Guides and assists customers with highly complex questions, paperwork, and requirements, as they relate to financial and business activities such as billing, refunds, etc. Mentors, coaches, and trains lower level employees in customer service and department policies.

• Often directs work, trains, and/or supervises other staff or student employees.

• Performs financial analyses and makes recommendations based on data.

• Reviews the work of other employees for accuracy and compliance with accepted standards and University policies.

• Issues purchase orders in accordance with functional policy. Communicates with internal and external customers to manage purchasing.

• Analyzes and monitors department and program budgets. Approves and tracks expenditures.

Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of finance and business technical and practical concepts, processes, and methods typically obtained by a high school degree or GED or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is acceptable. Specific knowledge, certifications, and licensure will apply at the position level. Preferred Qualifications Department OHIO Business Service Center Pay Rate Minimum of $16.84 per hour Job Open Date 10/27/2025 Posting Close Date 11/05/2025 Job Category Classified AFSCME 3200 Bargaining Unit appointment Months 12 month Planning Unit Vice President for Finance & Administration Work Schedule Typical work expectations are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flex-space and flex-time options may be available in order to promote a healthy balance of life and work. Campus Athens Expected hours worked per week 40 hours per week Expected duration of assignment Indefinite Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Kelsea Bolin, [email protected] Diversity Statement Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Job Information Employment Type full-time regular Job Family/Subfamily Finance and Business-Procurement Career Track & Level TAS 4 Pay Grade AF3200 |14| Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Clery Act Statistics “To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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• * Please indicate how you learned about this posting.
  • The Athens Messenger
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Ohio University employee
  • OHIO Jobs Line (phone)
  • Employment Agency
  • Posted Announcement
  • Professional association
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc)
  • OTHER

• * Please indicate your highest level of education.
  • no HS diploma or GED
  • HS diploma or GED
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Bachelor's degree plus some work towards graduate degree
  • Master's degree
  • Ph.D. or equivalent
  • Will have earned Ph.D. by time of appointment

• * Please indicate your highest level of related work experience
  • No experience
  • Less than 3 years
  • At least 3 years, but less than 5 years
  • At least 5 years, but less than 7 years
  • At least 7 years, but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more

• * Please select an option that best represents your current status:
  • I am a current Ohio University employee and NOT currently serving a probationary period.
  • I am a current Ohio University employee, and I am serving in either an initial or a promotional probationary period.
  • I am a current Ohio University Student employee.
  • I am not an employee of Ohio University.

• * Are you a current Ohio University AFSCME 3200 employee who is not serving in an initial probationary period?
  • yes
  • no