Pathways Program

Come join us at Utah Valley University as a Buyer in our Procurement department! In this position, you will focus on procurement operations specifically for Facilities and Construction, managing the acquisition of essential equipment and services that keep our university thriving, and play a pivotal role in shaping our campus infrastructure.

You will use your expertise to draft high-impact specifications for RFPs and formal bids, negotiate strategic purchase agreements, and serve as a key consultant for internal departments on cost-effective procurement strategies.

• Reviews and analyzes requisitions and ensures that they are in accordance with relevant laws, policies, and requirements.
• Determines the appropriate method to process requisitions based on cost, time constraints, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding.
• Prepares, distributes, and follows up on purchase orders.
• Writes bid specifications that comply with federal regulations, state statutes, and adequately describe the product or services needed.
• May independently develop and write Requests for Proposals RFP, Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and formal bids.
• Coordinates with internal and external customers to identify needs and refine specifications.
• Conducts bid openings and evaluates bids and proposals.
• Liaises between vendors and internal departments and customers to ensure service, equipment, and supply needs are met.
• Advises internal departments on cost-effective procurement alternatives.
• Advises internal departments and employees on the interpretation of state and federal procurement laws and UVU policies and procedures.
• May hire and supervise subordinate staff. May perform job-related financial functions.
• May be responsible for preparing, overseeing, and providing documents for audit purposes.
• Identifies and selects vendors, conducts procurement processes, negotiates prices, terms, and delivery methods for the assigned area of procurement.
• Meets with sales representatives to develop new vendor sources, updates records, and secures demos for departments.
• Advises vendors on the interpretation of state and federal procurement laws and UVU policies and procedures.

Graduation from an accredited institution with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a directly related field and two years of experience related to the summary of duties; OR a combination of education and/or experience related to the summary of duties totaling six years.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or similar certification preferred.