Procurement Officer II

Conduct procurement activities for a wide variety of commodities and through various procurement methods. Conducts competitive negotiations and formal sealed bidding processes for the procurement of goods and services. Develops and maintains sources of supply and promotes opportunities for all businesses to participate in the University’s procurement activities . Provides procurement consultation to University customers and agencies to ensure their acquisition needs are met while maintaining compliance with Commonwealth procurement laws and University policy. Conduct procurement of goods and services while adhering to Commonwealth legislation specific to procurement statutes for Institutions having achieved Level II delegated authority. Implements strategies as directed for vendor, product, cost, contract, commodity and spend analysis to support contract development and subsequent contract management goals and objectives. Work collaboratively with campus departments to ensure the acquisition of needed goods/services are conducted in a timely, efficient manner.