Procurement Specialist - Senior

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Little Rock, AR, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Edtech • Professional Services
The Role
Process requisitions, purchase orders, spend authorizations, expense reports and match exceptions; manage capital equipment purchases and procurement card program; analyze purchasing patterns for cost savings; run distributor and productivity reports; troubleshoot Workday; ensure compliance with state and university procurement policies and maintain accurate records.
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Closing Date:

08/15/2026
Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
 

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].


Department:
FIN | Finance SC Procurement Team A


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:
The Procurement Specialist - Senior will report to the Director of Procurement and Travel or the Procurement Manager and is responsible for special projects assigned by them. Responsible for Analyzing purchasing patterns and history to determine cost saving measures and for processing Purchase transactions including but not limited to Requisitions, Purchase Order, Spend Authorizations, Expense Reports, and Match Exceptions etc. Manages the Capital Equipment process by processing Capital Equipment purchase requisitions and tracking the related contracts. Assists APO with procurement card program. Troubleshoots issues with Workday. Ensures standard methodologies for all processes; analysis, reconciling, and reporting are conducted in a timely manner and that records are maintained as required. Ensures that personal and teamwork product is in compliance with Arkansas State Laws, DFA Policies, UA System Polices, and UAMS policies and procedures.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3 years related experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
  • Ability to work on a computer 6/8 hours per day
  • Ability to perform routine office functions including verbal communication, filing and light lifting

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of state purchasing rules, applicable laws and regulations
  • Workday and Adobe forms literate


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:
•    Process Purchasing Transactions including but not limited to Requisitions, Purchase orders, Spend Authorizations, Expense Reports, and Match Exceptions. 
•    Management of capital equipment purchase requisitions and/or purchase orders.
•    Process daily distributor reports and daily Procurement Spec productivity reports, which are relayed to Procurement Manager. 
•    Management of procurement card program. Analyzing purchasing patterns and history to determine cost savings measures. 
•    Perform other duties as assigned


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:
Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in related field plus 3 years related experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
  • Ability to work on a computer 6/8 hours per day
  • Ability to perform routine office functions including verbal communication, filing and light lifting
  • Knowledge of state purchasing rules, applicable laws and regulations
  • Workday and Adobe forms literate
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The Company
HQ: Little Rock, AR
17,000 Employees

What We Do

The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of multiple campuses, divisions, and administrative units dedicated to serving Arkansas residents through education, research, and service.

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