Title: Supplier Management Specialist
Employee Classification: Supplier Mgmt Specialist
Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration
Division: SYS-Finance & Admin
SubDivision-Department: SYS-Procurement
Department: SYS-Procurement-927100
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Commensurate with Experience

ABOUT US - VALUES OVERVIEW:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

Vision
We strive to be THE benchmark of procurement exhibiting a high degree of excellence in how we inspire, lead, and challenge the way Procurement enables mission and customer success.
Mission
We enable customer success through sourcing, purchasing, and payment services to achieve best value and UNT System’s educational and research missions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Supplier Management Specialist performs journey level supplier management work. Responsible for validating supplier information and creating and maintaining supplier database for Procurement. Aptitude for creating reliable lines of communication with Department personnel to ensure all supplier information is accurately reflected in our ERP system so that Supplier payments can be paid accurately and in line with State and University policies and guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a related business field of study or four years of experience in Accounts Payable or related field or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of or ability to quickly learn applicable laws, codes, regulations, standards, methods and practices related to Supplier Management
• Ability to provide high quality customer service and maintain those standards
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Tools; Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word and industry standard AP software programs
• Actively seeks opportunities for continuous learning and to stay up to date on industry trends

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Comprehensive understanding of PeopleSoft or large ERP experience Higher Education or State of Texas experience. One year experience with Jaggaer and/or PaymentWorks systems. One year of experience of previous Supplier Management experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Communicating with others to exchange information.

• % - Assist with Supplier Management Help Desk by answering calls and email inquiries - (Essential)
• % - Seek opportunities for self-development, volunteer for tasks, contribute feedback openly and honestly, seek training opportunities - (Essential)
• % - Provide creative, innovative and collaborative ideas to management and coworkers while ensuring we are constantly being strategic - (Essential)
• % - Intentionally foster and build ongoing relationships with team members to ensure growth and healthy work environment - (Essential)
• % - Ownership of new supplier onboarding of vendors doing business with UNTS by verifying all necessary documentation is in compliance with state laws. - (Essential)
• % - Corresponds with suppliers regarding information required for setting up and maintaining supplier records in ERP system - (Essential)
• % - Analyzes, verifies and audits supplier information to ensure compliance with established policies and regulations - (Essential)
• % - Plans, organizes and monitors supplier database and assists with process improvement initiatives - (Essential)
• % - Assist vendors and internal customers (Procurement university departments) in resolution of supplier record inquiries or issues - (Essential)
• % - Delivers customer service to internal and external customers that supports the values and mission of UNT System shared services - (Essential)
• % - Communicate effectively and fully all situations that may affect a department’s ability to provide high-quality customer service. - (Essential)
• % - Assists with some Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) outreach events in the Dallas, Fort Worth, and Denton area - (Essential)