Procurement Agent

About the role

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a Procurement Agent for the Office of Central Procurement within the Finance and Business Division. Central Procurement aims to develop and execute sound, cost‑effective purchasing solutions that support the University’s teaching, research, and service mission.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services in accordance with University policies and government regulations.
• Analyze spending patterns to leverage buying power, reduce costs, and improve purchasing performance.
• Negotiate and establish vendor partnerships to achieve optimum price, delivery, payment, and purchase order terms.
• Serve as liaison with University departments and external organizations.
• Monitor customer satisfaction.
• Prepare documentation such as quotes and agreements needed to approve purchase orders up to a designated amount.
• Review and process annual contracts.
• Offer a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on‑campus work.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; 1+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. No required certifications.

Skills

• Appropriate negotiating skills to achieve optimum price, delivery terms, payment terms, and purchase order terms.
• High degree of organization and problem‑solving skills; ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Sound principles of customer satisfaction.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with internal units and external vendors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $54,060.00 – $78,444.00.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangement combining remote and on‑campus work.