Supplier Data Management Specialist; Procurement Representative

Department

PURCHASING (UA-PUR-IUBLA)

Indiana University's (IU) procurement system is centered around supplier data. The accuracy of this data is critical to the successof purchases and payments generated by the system, as well as accurate tax reporting. The university's accounts payable efforts involve research and resolution of issues with Indiana University supplier payments within the University procurement system toensure accurate and timely payments and compliance with University and Procurement policies.

• Responsible for reviewing supplier record edit requests and initial registration submissions, as well as auditing existing records for various compliance standards.
• Acts as a point of contact for suppliers and IUdepartments.

• Under limited supervision, performs routine and ad hoc administrative tasks in support of the procurement function,administering the transactions associated with obtaining goods and services for the university.
• Serves as an informational resource for department or other departments in identifying appropriate vendors and suppliers.
• Responds to employee inquiries and requests and explains policies and procedures.
• Monitors procurement processes and communicates issues with supervisor to inform decisions.
• Oversees inventory of necessary items and coordinates reorder,inventory receipt, and/or returns as needed.
• Prepares reports to monitor outstanding procurement documents and payments.
• May provide assistance to lower-level Procurement Representatives.
• May take on more advanced, non-routine tasks that may require analysis.

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

• 4 years in relevant field.

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Instills commitment to organizational goals.
• Ability to influence internal and/or externalconstituents.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Promotes information sharing.

• Excellent customer service skills.

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and tooperate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periodsof time moving around an office environment and the campus. Theperson in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Bloomington, Indiana

This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change based on university policy and business needs.

Up to $21.43 per hour

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IUcourses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IUBenefit Programs Brochure .

Career Level:

Mastery

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Job Function:
Finance

Job Family:
Procurement

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