Senior Procure to Coordinator

Position: Senior Procure to Pay Coordinator

Senior Procure to Pay Coordinator

Join to apply for the Senior Procure to Pay Coordinator role at UL Standards & Engagement at our Evanston, Illinois office. This hybrid position supports the end‑to‑end procurement and payment process to ensure timely purchasing, accurate invoice processing, and efficient supplier management. The coordinator will act as a key liaison between internal departments, suppliers, and the finance team to ensure compliance with procurement policies, resolve discrepancies, and maintain data integrity across purchasing and AP systems.

Job Description

As the Senior Procure to Pay Coordinator, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

• Assist in the procurement process from requisition to purchase order creation, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with department stakeholders to identify purchasing needs and specifications for goods and services.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments to resolve any purchasing‑related issues.
• Support vendor data management and foster strong supplier relationships to ensure on‑time delivery of goods and services. Support supplier onboarding processes by serving as a backup resource to the supplier administrator.
• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contractual terms.
• Coordinate with finance and accounting teams to verify invoices, obtain necessary approvals, and ensure timely payments.
• Maintain organized records of procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor communications.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, spending trends, and cost‑saving opportunities for management review.
• Adhere to institutional procurement policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
• Identify potential risks in procurement processes and implement controls to mitigate them effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Experience Working at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

People:
Our people make us special. You’ll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require.

Interesting work:
Every day is different for us here. We see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

Grow and achieve:
We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.

Values:
Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive.

Total Rewards:
All employees at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401(k) matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement savings fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager.

We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively within a team environment.

Professional

Education and Experience Requirements for the Role

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of directly related experience.

Salary Range

$50,578.00 – $69,544.75

Pay Type

Salary

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industry

Public Safety

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