TL Sr Purchasing Manager at University of Dayton

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Reporting to the Director of Research Procurement and Property Records, the Team Lead - Sr. Purchasing Manager leads a team of three buyers and one purchasing clerk and is responsible for the daily purchasing operations. This position assists with customer and supplier relations management tasks to include reporting and recommending action plans especially regarding IT related suppliers and transactions.

• Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of experience OR a Master's degree plus a minimum of 5 years experience is required.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Excellent telephone manner, oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Proficient with computer software and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Valid driver's license with low risk driving record.
• Due to requirements of our Federal Government research contracts candidates must be a U.S. citizen.

• Experience with ISO, Lean 6 Sigma or like process improvement tools.
• Experience with eProcurement system especially Sci Quest AGGAER.
• Five years supervisory experience.
• Procurement experience in an academic, research, or Government Contracting environment. Experience with small business recruitment. Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.