Qureos Mentor

University of Arizona

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>req24358
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Procure to Pay Operations
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department Website Link</b></div> <div>https://finance.arizona.edu/</div>
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<div><div><b>Location</b></div> <div>Main Campus
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<div><div><b>Address</b></div> <div>Tucson, AZ USA
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<div><div><b>Position Highlights</b></div>
<div><p>This position is a leader in the University of Arizona Supply Chain organization, directly overseeing the Strategic Sourcing and Contracting Services units. With support and guidance from the CPO, this role directs and develops the universities&rsquo; strategic sourcing and contracting strategy with specific focus on category management, contract lifecycle management, contract negotiations, spend analytics, strategic supplier partnerships, contract lifecycle management, risk management, and supplier partner performance.</p>
<p>
When you join our organization, you become part of a smart, driven team that thrives on solving complex challenges. We align our business practices with the university&rsquo;s priorities and cultivate talented teams who find purpose in creating simpler, more effective systems that drive institutional success. Our focus is clear: developing our people, transforming our work, and elevating our role.</p>
<p><i>
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!</i></p>
<p>
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Duties &amp; Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><p><b>Strategic Leadership and Management:</b></p><ul><li>
Provide high-level direction and strategic planning and research for the university&rsquo;s strategic sourcing and contracting functions, ensuring units are aligned with institutional goals and objectives.</li><li>
Lead and manage a team of strategic sourcing and contracting professionals through direct and indirect supervision, ensuring high performance, professional development, and operational excellence.</li><li>
Oversee comprehensive analysis of university spend categories and purchasing patterns to identify and promote strategic sourcing opportunities and leverage university buying power shifting buying behaviors to strategic partners.</li><li>
Develop and implement comprehensive policies, strategies, and best practices that support the efficient and compliant execution of strategic sourcing and contracting functions.</li><li>
Support the oversight of the university&rsquo;s supply chain functions ensuring adherence to state, federal, and university regulations.</li></ul><p><b>
Business Process Optimization:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the design, planning, and execution of strategic sourcing and contracting services initiatives to achieve operational excellence, transformational change, and cost savings for the institution.</li><li>
Lead the implementation of advanced technologies and process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery for strategic sourcing and contracting functions.</li><li>
Serve as a university authority on procurement, vendor relationships, ensuring best practices in strategic sourcing, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>
Ensure the university&rsquo;s compliance with procurement laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><b>
Communication:</b></p><ul><li>
Act as a key advisor to CPO, offering strategic insights on strategic sourcing and contracting strategies, category management, and risk mitigation to optimize institutional resources.</li><li>
Represent the university in high-level negotiations and partnerships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers, ensuring maximum value and service to the institution.</li><li>
Collaborate with stakeholders to support category management, recommend and execute strategic sourcing events, develop criteria for evaluation &amp; selection of proposals.
</li><li>Ad hoc duties as required to ensure the strategic sourcing &amp; contracting teams are successful in meeting our goals and objectives.
</li><li>Direct the continuous development and efficient administration of university strategic sourcing and contracting, ensuring optimal process design and execution.
</li><li>Ensure the university&rsquo;s adherence to all applicable state and federal procurement laws, as well as Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) procurement codes, maintaining the highest standards of compliance and ethical practice.</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):</b></p><ul><li>
Knowledge of university enterprise systems and related business principles and processes.</li><li>
Ability to work in an environment driven by team goals and expectations more than individual ones.</li><li>
Industry-leading knowledge in strategic sourcing and contracting, processes, and technologies.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport with and gain trust of others and to establish cooperative working relationships with office staff and campus community.</li><li>
Ability to work under deadlines and adapt to changes with minimum notice.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize various critical tasks assigned and to negotiate deadlines to meet the overall goals of the division.</li><li>
Ability to be creative, supportive, and thoughtful in problem-solving, considering the varied and occasionally conflicting needs and perspectives of the campus community and the institution.</li></ul><p><i><br>
This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.</i></p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.</li><li>
9 years of related work experience, including 5 years of managerial experience in a large complex organization, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.</li><li>
Experience leading a team, project, program, or function is typically required.</li></ul>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div><ul>
<li>Master's degree preferred.</li>
</ul>
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<div><div><b>FLSA</b></div> <div>Exempt
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<div><div><b>Full Time/Part Time</b></div> <div>Full Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Number of Hours Worked per Week</b></div> <div>40
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Job FTE</b></div> <div>1.0</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Calendar</b></div> <div>Fiscal</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Job Category</b></div> <div>Finance</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>Yes - Full Benefits
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Rate of Pay</b></div> <div>$117,883 - $153,248</div>
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<div><div><b>Compensation Type</b></div> <div>salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Grade</b></div> <div>13
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<div><div><b>Compensation Guidance</b></div> <div>The <b>Rate of Pay Field</b> represents the University of Arizona&rsquo;s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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The <b>Grade Range</b> represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
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<div><div><b>Career Stream and Level</b></div> <div>M4</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Family</b></div> <div>Procurement
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<div><div><b>Job Function</b></div> <div>Finance
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<div><div><b>Type of criminal background check required:</b></div> <div>Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
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<div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Target Hire Date</b></div> <div>1/5/2026
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<div><div><b>Expected End Date</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Contact Information for Candidates</b></div> <div>Andrew Brennan | Chief Procurement Officer
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>11/5/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Documents Needed to Apply</b></div> <div>Resume and Cover Letter</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicant</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report</b></div> <div>In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University&rsquo;s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
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Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.</div></div></div></div></div>

Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Services

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>req24395
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>COM Phx Basic Medical Sci
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department Website Link</b></div> <div><b>College of Medicine-Phoenix</b></div>
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<div><div><b>Location</b></div> <div>Greater Phoenix Area
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Address</b></div> <div>475 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Highlights</b></div>
<div><p>The He Lab in the Department of Basic Medical Science seeks candidates for a postdoctoral position. The broad goal of our research program is to understand the neural circuits that underlie cognitive and emotional behavioral decision-making. Many of our research projects are focused on neuromodulatory circuits such as the serotonergic dorsal raphe nucleus and the dopaminergic ventral tegmental area and their inputs and outputs. We are interested in understanding how these circuits support adaptive behavioral decision making, and how internal state and environmental structure shape their functional operation. To address these questions, we use an observational and causal approach, combining monitoring and decoding of neural activity with control of defined circuit elements and utilizing imaging, optogenetics, anatomy, high-density freely moving neurophysiology, behavior, and computation.</p>
<p>
Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology, or related fields, and an interest in the neural mechanisms underlying motivated behavioral decision-making. A quantitative background, experience in imaging or electrophysiology, and proficiency in MATLAB/Python/R are desirable but not required.</p>
<p>
The position is part of a well-funded research program and will provide the opportunity to produce high-impact publications and establish an independent record of grant funding. The candidate will be mentored in career development. We embrace diversity and seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.</p>
<p>
This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.</p>
<i>Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!</i> The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please
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<div><div><b>Duties &amp; Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Conduct advanced, multi-disciplinary research in metabolism under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. He.</li><li>
Develop, design, and conduct complex research projects.</li><li>
Formulate research methods, develop research criteria, and perform scientific data collection and analysis using independent judgment.</li><li>
Foster collaborations within the Department and with other units across the University.</li><li>
Perform delicate surgical implantations, animal studies and imaging.</li><li>
Develop and maintain detailed records of experiments, analyzing and recording findings.</li><li>
Present results at laboratory meetings and conferences.</li><li>
Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.</li><li>
Participate in grant writing, including generating preliminary data, submitting grant applications, and preparing progress reports.</li><li>
Develop and implement protocols as dictated by experimental results.</li><li>
Assist with supervision of laboratory staff.</li><li>
Contribute to daily lab operations.</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Excellent laboratory and analytical skills and commitment to scientific excellence and innovation.</li><li>
Knowledge of statistics and data analysis and interpretation.</li><li>
Ability to conduct research independently and within a team.</li><li>
Ability to communicate professionally in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.</li><li>
Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.</li><li>
Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>PhD in Metabolism, Physiology, and Biochemistry.</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals.</li>
<li>PhD in glucose and lipid metabolism, physiology, and biochemistry.</li>
<li>Interest in signaling transduction.</li>
<li>Experience in confocal microscope.</li>
</ul>
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<div><div><b>FLSA</b></div> <div>Exempt
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Full Time/Part Time</b></div> <div>Full Time</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Number of Hours Worked per Week</b></div> <div>40
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Job FTE</b></div> <div>1.0</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Calendar</b></div> <div>Fiscal</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Job Category</b></div> <div>Research</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>Yes - Full Benefits
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Rate of Pay</b></div> <div>NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Compensation Type</b></div> <div>salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Type of criminal background check required:</b></div> <div>Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Target Hire Date</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Expected End Date</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Contact Information for Candidates</b></div>
<div><p>College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources</p>
<p>
HR-PHX@arizona.edu</p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>11/5/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Documents Needed to Apply</b></div> <div>Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicant</b></div>
<div><p><b>Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.</b></p><b>
</b><p><b>
Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).</b></p><br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report</b></div> <div>In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University&rsquo;s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
<br>
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.</div></div></div></div></div>

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Basic Medical Science (Phoenix)

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>req24374
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Steward Observatory
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department Website Link</b></div> <div>https://www.astro.arizona.edu</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Location</b></div> <div>Main Campus
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Address</b></div> <div>Tucson, AZ USA
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Highlights</b></div> <div>The Arizona Cosmology Lab, a research unit of the University of Arizona (UA) Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory (SO), invites applications for the Steward Observatory Prize Fellowship in Cosmological Data Analysis at the Postdoctoral Research Associate I level (multiple hires expected).
<p>Fellows are expected to conduct independent research in cosmological data analysis with ongoing and future surveys, in particular SPHEREx, Simons Observatory, Rubin Observatory's LSST, Roman Space Telescope, and DESI. Applicants should outline their research plans to optimally extract cosmological information using one or multiple of these datasets. Priority will be given to candidates who can connect their science to SPHEREx, Simons Observatory, and LSST. Expertise in modeling cosmological observables through analytical methods or numerical simulations, machine learning, statistical inference, and data reduction is beneficial.
</p><p>As members of the Arizona Cosmology Lab, fellows will be provided with priority access to UA and national supercomputing resources, close mentorship by experienced faculty, and opportunities to co-advise graduate students and mentor undergraduates. UA offers a world-class research environment in astrophysics with strong interdisciplinary programs across the Departments of Astronomy, Physics, Planetary Sciences, the UA Data Science Institute, UA Space Institute, and NSF's NOIRLab.
</p><p>Start dates range from August to October 2026.
</p><p><i>Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!</i></p>
<p>
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.</p></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duties &amp; Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Independent Research in cosmological data analysis with ongoing and future surveys (SPHEREx, Simons Observatory, Rubin Observatory's LSST, the Roman Space Telescope, and DESI).</li></ul>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Must have completed all the requirements for a PhD. in Astronomy, Physics, Astrophysics, or related science at the time of hire.</li></ul>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Experience in cosmological data analysis with SPHEREx, LSST, SO, Roman, DESI, or similar surveys.
</li><li>Experience in statistical methods or machine learning.
</li><li>Experience in numerical simulations and complex analytical models.</li>
</ul>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>FLSA</b></div> <div>Exempt
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Full Time/Part Time</b></div> <div>Full Time</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Number of Hours Worked per Week</b></div> <div>40
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Job FTE</b></div> <div>1</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Calendar</b></div> <div>Fiscal</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Job Category</b></div> <div>Research</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>Yes - Full Benefits
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Rate of Pay</b></div> <div>NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Compensation Type</b></div> <div>salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Type of criminal background check required:</b></div> <div>Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>3
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Target Hire Date</b></div> <div>8/24/2026
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Expected End Date</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Contact Information for Candidates</b></div> <div>Rosie Johnson<br>
rosiejohnson@arizona.edu<br>
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>11/5/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Documents Needed to Apply</b></div> <div>Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicant</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report</b></div> <div>In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University&rsquo;s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
<br>
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.</div></div></div></div></div>

Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Prize Fellow in Cosmological Data Analysis

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>req24353
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Procure to Pay Operations
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Department Website Link</b></div> <div>https://finance.arizona.edu/purchasing</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Location</b></div> <div>Main Campus
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Address</b></div> <div>Tucson, AZ USA
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Highlights</b></div>
<div><p>The Assistant Director of Strategic Sourcing and Contracting supports the leadership and daily operations of the University of Arizona&rsquo;s strategic sourcing and contracting functions within the Supply Chain organization. Reporting to the Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing and Contracting, this position plays a key role in implementing sourcing strategies, managing and negotiating procurement and non-procurement university contracts, analyzing spend, and supporting category management initiatives. The Assistant Director ensures compliance with institutional policies and public procurement regulations, and supports efforts to optimize cost savings, supplier performance, and service delivery across the university.</p>
<p>
When you join our organization, you become part of a smart, driven team that thrives on solving complex challenges. We align our business practices with the university&rsquo;s priorities and cultivate talented teams who find purpose in creating simpler, more effective systems that drive institutional success. Our focus is clear: developing our people, transforming our work, and elevating our role.</p>
<p><i>
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!</i></p>
<p>
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.</p></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Duties &amp; Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><p><b>Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Leadership, &amp; Collaboration:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead institutional strategic sourcing initiatives in alignment with university and divisional goals, ensuring integration across departments and units.</li><li>
Direct category spend analyses and develop institutional sourcing recommendations to optimize value, achieve savings, and mitigate risk.</li><li>
Oversee sourcing events (RFx processes), including development of specifications, bid evaluations, and supplier negotiations for high-value, complex procurements.</li><li>
Establish and maintain preferred supplier programs and long-term sourcing strategies that enhance value and supplier performance.</li><li>
Supervise and develop Sourcing and Contracting staff, providing guidance, performance feedback, and competency growth opportunities.</li><li>
Serve as a senior resource and advisor to university leadership and departments on sourcing best practices.</li><li>
Cultivate cross-functional collaboration with academic and administrative leaders to achieve institutional procurement objectives.</li></ul><p><b>
Contract Management:</b></p><ul><li>
Oversee and manage the full contract lifecycle, including the negotiation of complex and high-value supplier agreements, ensuring institutional goals are achieved.</li><li>
Ensure enterprise-level compliance with ABOR codes, state/federal procurement laws, and internal contract governance requirements.</li><li>
Partner with Legal, Risk Management, and senior stakeholders to develop standard processes and resolve contractual issues that affect multiple units.</li></ul><p><b>
Supplier Relationship and Performance Management:</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and lead supplier relationship strategies to ensure supplier performance, delivery, and continuous improvement meet institutional standards.</li><li>
Conduct supplier performance reviews and coordinate resolution of performance or compliance issues across university departments.</li><li>
Establish and sustain long-term strategic supplier partnerships that advance university priorities and operational excellence.</li></ul><p><b>
Operations, Process Improvement, and Compliance:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead and oversee process improvement and digital transformation initiatives to enhance sourcing efficiency, transparency, and service levels.</li><li>
Oversee implementation and optimization of procurement systems (e.g.., Jaggaer, UAccess) to support institutional objectives and drive operational excellence.</li><li>
Ensure continuous compliance with procurement policy, audit standards, tax regulations, and reporting obligations.</li><li>
Establish documentation standards and accountability frameworks that align with regulatory and internal control requirements.</li><li>
Provide executive-level guidance to ensure continuous improvement and success of the sourcing and contracting teams.</li><li>
Champion institutional adherence to state and federal procurement laws, ABOR codes, and ethical procurement practices.</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):</b></p><ul><li>
Knowledge of university enterprise systems and related business principles and processes.
</li><li>Ability to work in an environment driven by team goals and expectations more than individual ones.
</li><li>Industry leading knowledge in strategic sourcing and contracting, processes, and technologies.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport with and gain trust of others and to establish cooperative working relationships with Office staff and campus community.
</li><li>Ability to work under deadlines and adapt to changes with minimum notice.
</li><li>Ability to prioritize various critical tasks assigned and to negotiate deadlines to meet the overall goals of the Division.
</li><li>Ability to be creative, supportive, and thoughtful in problem-solving, considering the varied and occasionally conflicting needs and perspectives of the campus community and the institution.
</li><li>Strong understanding of public procurement principles, strategic sourcing, and contract lifecycle management.
</li><li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
</li><li>Effective negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and support institutional change initiatives.
</li><li>Strong attention to detail, documentation, and regulatory compliance.</li></ul><p><i><br>
This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.</i></p></div><br>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional-level experience.
</li><li>Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or contracting, with at least 3 years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div><ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or a related field.</li>
<li>Experience in higher education, government, or large public-sector procurement.</li>
<li>Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CCA, CPPO, or equivalent) preferred.</li>
<li>Experience with enterprise systems such as Jaggaer, Oracle, SAP, or Workday.</li>
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<div><div><b>FLSA</b></div> <div>Exempt
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<div><div><b>Full Time/Part Time</b></div> <div>Full Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Number of Hours Worked per Week</b></div> <div>40
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<div><div><b>Job FTE</b></div> <div>1.0</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Calendar</b></div> <div>Fiscal</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Category</b></div> <div>Finance</div>
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<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>Yes - Full Benefits
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<div><div><b>Rate of Pay</b></div> <div>$99,901 - $129,871</div>
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<div><div><b>Compensation Type</b></div> <div>salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
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<div><div><b>Grade</b></div> <div>12
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<div><div><b>Compensation Guidance</b></div> <div>The <b>Rate of Pay Field</b> represents the University of Arizona&rsquo;s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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The <b>Grade Range</b> represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
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<div><div><b>Career Stream and Level</b></div> <div>M3</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Family</b></div> <div>Procurement
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<div><div><b>Job Function</b></div> <div>Finance
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<div><div><b>Type of criminal background check required:</b></div> <div>Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
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<div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1
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<div><div><b>Target Hire Date</b></div> <div>1/5/2026
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<div><div><b>Expected End Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Contact Information for Candidates</b></div> <div>Andrew Brennan | abrennanj@arizona.edu
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>11/4/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Documents Needed to Apply</b></div> <div>Resume and Cover Letter</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicant</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report</b></div> <div>In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University&rsquo;s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
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Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.</div></div></div></div></div>

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