Small Business Officer - Los Angeles, United States - UCLA

UCLA

Verified Company

Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Under the direction of the P2P Projects Manager, this individual will be the focal point for outreach into the small business community and in-reach to key UCLA decision-makers for supplier selection; develop and implement supplier information and training sessions for small business on how to do business with UCLA, including collaboration with Staff Assembly in hosting the annual Small Business trade fair; develop small business contracting plans for federally funded contracts requiring them, and provide federal reporting on performance; provide information on capable small business to include in formal competitive bids and informal supplier selection processes; play the lead role in enriching vendor database information with supplier small business information and provide reporting on utilization as requested.

Salary & Compensation

UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate sustainability initiatives. Demonstrated ability to lead meetings, teams, and projects. (required)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and present data related to sustainability metrics. (required)
Ability to structure, collect, analyze, and communicate internal/external data or information in an organized manner. (required)
Proficiency in spend analysis tools and internet research for data mining for capable diversity suppliers. (required)
Ability to work well with multiple competing priorities, manage projects, and meet deadlines, while working with superior quality and accuracy. (required)
Ability to work collaboratively in a teamoriented environment across organizational lines and represent the University independently with outside companies and organizations at all levels. Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service. (required)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint. (required)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. (required)
Willingness to stay updated on emerging trends and best practices in sustainable procurement and small business support. (required)
Knowledge of sustainable procurement principles, including green purchasing standards, ecolabels, and certification programs. Basic knowledge of vendor performance measurements and benchmarking concepts. (required)
Ability to manage events and develop marketing/creative materials. (preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree in a related area and / or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
Certification in sustainable procurement (Sustainable Procurement Professional) (preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan

Background Check:
A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

5% Ability to travel for purposes of University business (05%)

Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered
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Campus Requisition #:

2509

UC Payroll Title:

PROCUREMENT ANL 3

Department:

PURCHASING

Appointment Type:

Staff: Career

Budgeted Pay Scale:

$64,800 - $90,000 Annually

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Full Salary Range:

USD $64,800.00/Yr. - USD $137,600.00/Yr.

Remote/Hybrid Eligibility:

Yes

Department Location:

10920 Wilshire Blvd Purchasing

Total Openings:

1

Full or Part Time:

Full Time