Senior Buyer (PROCUREMENT ANL 4)

About the role

This role will be responsible for the daily Operational Procurement engagement in support of the campuses needs. This role will be responsible for acting as the Team Lead for a given category of goods and services and is responsible for executing procurement projects in support of the University's mission and working proactively with cross functional internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• 60% - Procurement
• 20% - Customer Service
• 10% - Supplier Relations
• 10% - Workload Distribution

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Scientific Discipline, Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, law, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced negotiations, draft and/or revise complex business contracts experience including public solicitations (RFx) incorporating automation and AI-driven analytics to enhance bid evaluations and supplier assessments.
• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills coupled with the ability to showcase advanced customer service competencies while interacting with broad and diverse constituencies.
• Advanced analytical skills to comprehensively analyze and interpret policies, procedures and situations in a multifaceted way and possess strong problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions to complex issues.
• Skill to recall, retrieve and communicate detailed or technical information clearly, accurately and concisely and to non-technical audience/customers.
• Organizational and time management skills sufficient to achieve timely progress on simultaneous tasks and to meet deadlines and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Demonstrated aptitude showcasing adaptability with change, new solutions, and adoption of emerging technologies to support efficiency and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Lead experience in a contracting or procurement organization.
• Contracting experience at a higher education environment.
• Experience working with generally accepted accounting principles, policies and procedures of the university.
• Experience purchasing Life Sciences and Scientific commodities and services.
• Knowledge of University of California Business and Finance policies and procedures.
• Strong working knowledge of contracting principles, business law, and government regulations both at the State and Federal level.

Skills

• Advanced negotiations, draft and/or revise complex business contracts experience including public solicitations (RFx) incorporating automation and AI-driven analytics to enhance bid evaluations and supplier assessments.
• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills coupled with the ability to showcase advanced customer service competencies while interacting with broad and diverse constituencies.
• Advanced analytical skills to comprehensively analyze and interpret policies, procedures and situations in a multifaceted way and possess strong problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions to complex issues.
• Skill to recall, retrieve and communicate detailed or technical information clearly, accurately and concisely and to non-technical audience/customers.
• Organizational and time management skills sufficient to achieve timely progress on simultaneous tasks and to meet deadlines and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Demonstrated aptitude showcasing adaptability with change, new solutions, and adoption of emerging technologies to support efficiency and process improvement.

Benefits

Salary or Pay Range: $85,500.00 - $157,300.00/yr. (Department budgeted salary range: $85,500 - $110,000/yr. Commensurate with experience.)
Salary Frequency: Annual
Salary Grade: 23
UC Job Title: PROCUREMENT ANL 4
UC Job Code: 007738
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Career
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
Location: Davis, CA
Union Representation: No
Benefits Eligible: Yes
This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
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High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Physical Demands
Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours
Loud noise levels - Never 0 Hours
Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never 0 Hours
Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours
Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours
Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Numerical skills - Occasional to 3 Hours
Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.