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August 28, 2024

University of Arizona

Tucson

FULL TIME


Buyer I

Posting Number
req20453

Department
Procurement & Contracting Svcs

Department Website Link
https://financialservices.arizona.edu/

Location
Main Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights
The Office of Financial Services Purchasing | Contracting Team is seeking a highly qualified individual to join their team as a Buyer I.
As a Buyer I, you will thrive in a dynamic team-oriented setting, contributing to the Contract Team's central goal of evaluating, streamlining, and authorizing University contracts. Your role will encompass safeguarding the University's welfare, aligning with University and Arizona Board of Regents protocols, and upholding legal compliance with Arizona State statutes. A keen eye for detail and unwavering integrity will characterize your approach, while your adeptness in task prioritization and proficiency with diverse cloud-based tools will empower you to handle an array of assignments effectively.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities
Agreement Coordination and Negotiation:

  • Review, process, and negotiate assigned agreements, ensuring compliance and alignment.
  • Coordinate negotiations with internal departments and external suppliers, involving University regulatory offices.
  • Review specific terms in the context of the entire negation agreements
  • Collaborate with supervisor to determine acceptable levels of risk in one area and evaluate if it can be modulated by terms in another area.
Communication and Customer Service:


  • Maintain an organized workflow system for transparent contract status communication.
  • Respond quickly and effectively in negotiations and resolve issues with a positive outcome.
  • Assist in finding and implementing creative solutions to resolve contract issues.
  • Participate in efforts to improve processes, in line with the goals of the Contracting Team.
Contract Administration:
  • Maintain organized contract files and documentation, utilizing a cloud-based solution.
  • Track contract deadlines, and renewal dates to ensure timely and proper execution.
  • Monitor contract deliverables and obligations to mitigate potential issues.
Compliance and Knowledge:
  • Stay updated on Arizona and Federal laws, Arizona Board of Regents policies, and University procedures.
  • Work within tight deadlines, utilizing organizational skills and prioritization techniques.
  • Interact professionally with University departments, suppliers/vendors, and cross-functional teams.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Ability to manage significant work volume in a very dynamic business and compliance environment
  • Ability to adapt to a fast‐paced work environment and be able to quickly understand facts and assumptions to decisively recommend a future course of action
  • An understanding of contract law principles, including formation, interpretation, and enforcement of contracts
  • Skill in analyzing complex contracts, identifying potential risks, and formulating solutions
  • Ability to negotiate effectively, balancing the interests of different parties while seeking optimal outcomes
  • Meticulous attention to detail to review contracts, identify discrepancies, and ensure accuracy
  • Willingness to stay updated on changes in laws, business practices, and technologies
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work within and across groups
  • Proficiency with Office365 products and other online applications/products

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
  • 1 year of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience in negotiating and administering contracts, with a proven ability to ensure compliance with relevant laws and organizational policies.

FLSA
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
40

Job FTE
1.0

Work Calendar
Fiscal

Job Category
Finance

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade
6

Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum
$47356

Grade Range Midpoint
$59195

Grade Range Maximum
$71034

Career Stream and Level
PC1

Job Family
Procurement

Job Function
Finance

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date
9/20/2024

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
ecleslie@arizona.edu

Open Date
8/28/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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