Sourcing Specialist I (Raleigh, NC)

WGU Procurement Specialist

If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our countryand you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that futureconsider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is : Grade : Professional 307 Pay Range : $66,300.00 - $99,500.00

Job Duties

• Evaluates new supplier capabilities, assesses risk, and quality as necessary.
• Invites and receives bids.
• Evaluates prices, products, discounts, and delivery conditions.
• Makes award selections, confers, and corresponds with suppliers, manufacturers, service suppliers, and sales representatives to obtain pricing and product information, services provided, market information, and trends.
• Resolves problems with PO, billing, and payment.
• Maintains records of contracts negotiated, ordered, and received.
• Coordinates with other departments including finance and legal for the negotiation and implementation of the contracts.
• Participates in the review of specifications and statements of work for, but not limited to curriculum, materials, equipment, facilities, supplies, and services.
• Processes contract, bid, or purchase order requests. Monitors current market to ensure competitive pricing.
• Maintains purchasing instructions, policies, and procedures. Communicates and educates university employees to ensure compliance.
• Assists in negotiating of contracts, terms, and pricing. Ensures best prices and services are obtained in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Assists with forecasting and trend analysis to effectively predict business needs.
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for conformance to company policies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

KSAs

Minimum Qualifications

Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours) : This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply : If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information : Disclaimer : The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. Accommodations : Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.