Assistant Director of Strategic Sourcing

🇺🇸 Buffalo, NY 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K - $80K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ February 27th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University at Buffalo is hiring an Assistant Director of Strategic Sourcing. This role leads strategic sourcing initiatives across Campus Services, Facilities, Information Technology, and Scientific categories. The Assistant Director manages the full RFx lifecycle using Jaggaer's Source-to-Pay system, develops category strategies, drives supplier engagement and compliance with various procurement standards, and supports the university's procurement transformation.

Highlights

Lead sourcing strategy development for Campus Services, Facilities, IT, and Scientific categories.
Manage RFx processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP, IFB) and supplier lifecycle using Jaggaer system.
Develop and execute category plans using spend analytics and market insights.
Deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing, cost avoidance, and supplier negotiations.
Draft, negotiate, and execute complex contracts and agreements.
Collaborate with legal counsel and SUNY representatives to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
Build relationships with internal stakeholders across research, academics, operations, and administration.
Promote supplier diversity and local business inclusion in sourcing activities.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field with 2 years procurement experience, RFx and contract negotiation experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and e-procurement systems.
Preferred qualifications include 5+ years of procurement experience, advanced degree or certification (CPSM, CPPO), higher education or NYS agency procurement experience, and familiarity with Jaggaer or similar platforms.
Salary range: $75,000 - $80,000 annually.
Full-time, term appointment classified as UUP Professional, Salary Grade SL3.
Required background check prior to appointment.