University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida

Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Orlando, FL (Main Campus)

No sponsorship$54k-$60kDetected 1 day ago
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About the role

  • As a subject matter expert within the Knights Experience Team (kNEXT), the Procurement & Contracts Specialist plays a key role in how UCF acquires goods and services across the university.
  • Classification Title: Travel & Procurement Specialist III

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and analyze bid responses, conduct negotiations, and develop recommendations for awards.
  • Execute and maintain awarded contracts and process renewals and/or terminations.
  • Manage and review open requisitions, purchase orders, and receipts as needed to close or cancel in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Support Travel & Procurement Coordinators within the Finance Business Centers (FBCs) as experts on procurement-related processes and procedures.
  • Continuously review and improve processes to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness. Support procurement training efforts.
  • The team is made up of HR Specialists and Travel & Procurement Specialists, who will provide information and support across campus, reduce administrative burden, and empower employees to learn and grow.
  • These Specialists will operate as campus experts on processes and procedures, support training and development, provide specialized reporting and analytics, and support central office transactions.
  • This is a highly visible, collaborative role - you will partner with faculty, staff, department heads, and Finance Business Centers university-wide, serving as a trusted resource on all things procurement.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with public procurement regulations, including state purchasing laws and competitive bidding requirements.
  • Experience managing formal solicitation processes such as ITBs and ITNs.
  • Contract administration experience, including reviewing, negotiating, and maintaining procurement contracts and pricing agreements.
  • Supplier relationship management experience, including identifying and evaluating vendors and securing competitive terms.
  • Experience with Workday, PeopleSoft, or a comparable ERP system.
  • Strong service orientation with experience working across departments or supporting a broad range of stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, public administration, or related field.
  • Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Skills

  • Travel & Procurement Specialist III
  • W orking at UCF has its perks!

Compensation

  • The anticipated salary range for this position is $54,203 - $59,684.

Benefits

  • The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
  • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
  • Retirement savings options
  • Education assistance
  • And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
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