As a part of the Procure-to-Pay team, this position is responsible for the sourcing, qualifying, negotiating and selection processes involved with the procurement of complex products and services. The Sourcing Agent engages in supplier relationship management and analyzes spend data to make strategic decisions. This position collaborates across the P2P organization and with campus stakeholders located throughout the University. This position requires complex troubleshooting and critical thinking.

This position will focus on procurement of ITS related software, hardware and services.

Equivalent combination of education, experience, that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

The ideal candidate has professional experience working in a public sector or an institution of higher education, experience with sourcing, is an agile, self-starter comfortable with attention to detail; an energetic, creative problem solver who can work independently along with the judgment to seek supervision and/or input from others, when necessary, communicate effectively and provide training and assistance one-on-one or in any size group setting.

This position is able to office from any one of the University campus locations in Omaha, Lincoln or Kearney.

Along with your application, please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Direct questions about the position to: humanresources@nebraska.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to: (402) 472-3701.

The University of Nebraska is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.