DescriptionJoin our team as a Procurement and Event Management Specialist and make a significant impact by efficiently handling various tasks, ensuring compliance, and orchestrating department events. Key Responsibilities: * Take charge of our Central Purchasing inbox, providing timely responses to supplier and employee inquiries. Delegate or route emails as needed to address concerns effectively. * Collaborate with department Fund and Purchasing Managers to accurately assign employees to appropriate units in our procurement portal. Address portal-related inquiries and liaise with our IT Special Projects team for system enhancements. * Manage and resolve escalated communications from employees and suppliers, ensuring fiscal account reconciliation. Safeguard compliance by gatekeeping incoming requests in line with established policies and procedures. * Collaborate with management to review and enhance department policies and guidelines, particularly related to procurement and travel and entertainment processes. * Maintain order documentation and justifications to uphold Department and University standards. Ensure all incoming orders are processed efficiently. * Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of department-wide events, from small gatherings to large conferences. Prepare complex justification memos, logistics, and vendor coordination for successful execution. * Coordinate contracts, terms, POs, and payment processing for department-wide special events while adhering to Travel Accounting guidelines. * Provide analytical support for various business-operation projects, using data to drive decision-making and improvements. * Be one of the primary points of contact for Radiology Finance and Purchasing, assisting with office walk-ins, phone calls, and emails. If you're an organized, proactive, and detail-oriented individual, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to manage procurement effectively and orchestrate memorable events within our department. Join us and play a pivotal role in our success! Salary: $29.94 - $47.76/hour