Senior Buying Specialist, Purchasing and Contract Services

Position Information

Position
Title: Senior Buying Specialist, Purchasing and Contract Services
Department: Purchasing and Contract Services
Posting
Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/62301
Job Type:
Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Purchasing and Contract Services department at the University at Buffalo seeks a Senior Buying
Specialist to support and execute strategic buying initiatives across campus. The Senior Buying Specialist will leverage Jaggaers
Source-to-Pay system to manage the full RFx lifecycle, develop category strategies, and drive supplier engagement and performance, ensuring
compliance with Federal, State, SUNY, Research Foundation (RF), and UB standards and regulations. Working closely
with campus stakeholders, end users, suppliers, and internal partners, this role will prepare and administer complex contracts to achieve
operational efficiencies. The Senior Buying Specialist will also contribute to continuous process improvement by analyzing spend and market
conditions, promoting strategic buying best practices, and supporting supplier relationship management to strengthen service, quality, and
value. This position is a critical strategic role that delivers value, mitigates risk, and supports research and operational
excellence.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
In this position, the Senior Buying Specialist Performs
a variety of duties, including but not limited to:

• Lead buying strategy development for various categories by analyzing
  spend, usage, and market trends to inform buying decisions and identify opportunities for value creation.
• Utilize the Jaggaer system
  to manage informal processes (RFQ)
  and manage the supplier lifecycle. Work to educate campus departments on
  procurement policies, Jaggaer functionality and strategic buying practices.
• Deliver cost savings through strategic buying, cost
  avoidance, and supplier negotiations. Ensure adherence to all applicable State, SUNY, UB and Research Foundation
  procurement regulations and guidelines.
• Utilize the Jaggaer system to manage contract lifecycle including drafting, negotiating, and
  executing complex expenditure and revenue agreements.
• Collaborate with University Business Services leadership, legal counsel and
  SUNY representatives to mitigate risk and ensure compliance. Interact with the Office of the State Attorney
  General and Office of the State Comptroller to secure required agreement preapprovals.
• Build strong relationships with internal
  stakeholders across research, academic departments, operations, and administration.
• Engage in proactive supplier relationship
  management for key suppliers across categories and promote supplier diversity and local business inclusion in all sourcing
  activities.
• Serves as a change agent by supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement processes, systems
  adoption, and stakeholder engagement across the University.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we
  prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field with 2 years
  of responsible experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft
  Office and e-procurement systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 or more years experience managing RFx processes and
  contract negotiatiions.
• Advanced degree in Business related Studies or certification (e.g., CPSM, CPPO).
• Experience in higher education or NYS agency procurement.
• Familiarity
  with Jaggaer or similar procure-to-pay platforms.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing and category
  management.

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$65,000 – $72,000

Special Instructions
Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact’s
Name: Kelly Stich
Contact’s Pronouns:
Contact’s Title: Administrative Staff Assistant
Contact’s Email: stcih@buffalo.edu
Contact’s Phone: 716-645-6074

Posting
Dates

Posted: 05/07/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled:
07/06/2026

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