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    Service Center Associate, Procurement and Travel - Nashville, United States - The Tennessee Board of Regents

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    Description
    Title: Service Center Associate, Procurement and Travel

    Employee Classification: Clerical & Secretarial

    Institution: System Office

    Department: Service Center

    Campus Location: Tennessee Board of Regents System Office

    Job Overview

    The role of Service Center Associate in Procurement and Travel within the System Office involves managing requisitions, travel arrangements, and purchasing transactions efficiently, following regulatory guidelines meticulously. This position requires utilizing advanced technology for complex purchasing processes to deliver professional services seamlessly. Close collaboration with institutions in the TBR system is essential, emphasizing high-quality customer support. Remote work opportunities may be available as needed.
Key Responsibilities
  • 55% - Procurement
    - Conduct research for specifications and bid lists, manage RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes
    - Administer procurement card program and oversee vendor selection
    - Provide consultation on best vendor and pricing practices
  • 20% - Travel
    - Process travel claims and ensure compliance with travel policies
    - Manage travel card program and maintain travel and expense files
  • 15% - Customer Service
    - Conduct trainings on procurement databases and policy changes
    - Address employee inquiries and provide consultative services to institutions
  • 5% - Reporting
    - Prepare required institutional and regulatory reports, as necessary
  • 5% - Other Duties
    - Perform assigned additional tasks
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with 2 years of procurement experience OR high school degree/GED with 5 years of procurement experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft applications

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in procurement within higher education
- Knowledge of shared services environment and ERP systems like Banner
- Familiarity with procurement systems such as Jaggaer

Skills and Abilities
- Understanding of procurement practices and terminology
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations
- Capacity to adapt to new technologies
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to confidentiality compliance



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