Procurement Manager

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Closing Date: 09/24/2026 Type of Position: Procurement Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department: Strategic Procurement Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement staff and operations, setting goals, managing issues, promoting a collaborative environment, and providing backup support for staff. The position requires leadership in staff growth, training, and development with a focus on enhancing team engagement, guidance, advice, and problem-solving as required to facilitate and support procurement operations including the purchasing of commodities and services on behalf of campus. Adherence to procurement laws, regulations, and internal controls is crucial, and collaboration with various campus units is required. The Procurement Manager will participate in collaborative efforts related to Workday processes ensuring adherence to procurement policies, and ensure that proper support is provided to university personnel, suppliers, and other entities regarding state procurement laws and regulations, state and departmental procurement policies, procedures, and contract terms, in addition to available contracts as established at the state level via Office of State Procurement, and professional vendor associations via cooperative consortia. The position will maintain efficient procurement records ensuring completeness, compliance, and sufficient public access. Additionally, the position involves collaborating with the Director in establishing internal procedures, making leadership decisions, and staying abreast of policies and regulations. Other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in general business, marketing, or a related field At least four years of experience in purchasing or a related area Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications. At least two years supervisory experience in purchasing or a related area Experience with Workday At least five years of experience and knowledge of the State of Arkansas procurement laws, rules, policies and procedures sufficient to interpret, apply and communicate to internal and external customers Work experience in a higher education institution Preferred Qualifications: At least six years of relevant procurement experience managing procurement categories or procurement related functions with an emphasis in Information Technology services At least five years of progressive procurement supervisory experience At least two years of advanced functionality in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)  Demonstrated attention to detail and customer service orientation as evidenced by application materials Experience leading change initiatives with a strong ability to analyze and understand business requirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: