Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Overview

Seton Hall University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to support procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives. The Buyer is responsible for the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, ensuring that procurement activities align with University policies, financial controls, and operational objectives. The successful candidate will manage procurement transactions throughout the complete procure-to-pay (P2P) lifecycle, serve as a trusted resource for campus stakeholders, and cultivate productive relationships with suppliers.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to process improvements, technology optimization, and responsible stewardship of University resources.

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing:
  Review and process purchase requisitions, ensuring appropriate approvals and compliance with University procurement policies.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing:
  Manage procurement activities from requisition through purchase order issuance within Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and ERP systems.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing:
  Identify sourcing opportunities and conduct competitive bidding processes when appropriate.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing:
  Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend award decisions based on cost, quality, service, risk, and delivery considerations.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing:
  Resolve procurement and purchase order issues while maintaining service excellence.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support:
  Establish and maintain supplier records within University procurement systems.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support:
  Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers to support operational and strategic goals.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support:
  Assist in contract negotiations and supplier performance management activities.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support:
  Address supplier concerns and facilitate resolution of procurement-related issues.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement:
  Partner with faculty, staff, and administrative departments to understand purchasing needs and provide procurement guidance.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement:
  Promote compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement:
  Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing user experience.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement:
  Assist in the development and maintenance of procurement procedures and training materials.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement:
  Provide user support and training related to procurement systems and processes.
• Reporting & Administrative Support:
  Support audit requests, month-end activities, and fiscal year-end procurement processes.
• Reporting & Administrative Support:
  Prepare reports and analyze procurement data, including savings opportunities, supplier performance metrics, and operational trends.
• Reporting & Administrative Support:
  Participate in departmental meetings and contribute recommendations for operational improvements.
• Reporting & Administrative Support:
  Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience utilizing Procure-to-Pay (P2P), ERP, or eProcurement systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Additional requirements may be added or removed at the request of the Procurement Director.

• Experience working in higher education, public sector, or other complex organizational environments.
• Knowledge of contract administration, supplier management, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Experience supporting process improvement and technology implementation initiatives.

$56,000 - $77,000

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Benefits Information: Full Time Benefits

Benefits include a comprehensive package of medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available in the university benefits information.

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