Sourcing Associate - IT - 117176

Requisition ID: 117176

Sourcing Associate - IT

The University Procurement Office is seeking a Sourcing Associate who will be responsible for conducting a variety of routine procurement activities or services in accordance with policies, standard practices, sound business and ethical practices. Performs assignments that require basic knowledge of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, contracts and other related documents as necessary supporting all procurement requirements for assigned internal customer group(s). The Sourcing Associate will report to the Category Director and support the Information Technology Category Team.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

• Acts as a customer service representative to end users.
• Serves as the first point of contact for inquiries related to the Information Technology Category Team and will assist, advise, resolve basic concerns, and route communications that need further review to the appropriate members of the Procurement department.
• Reviews incoming requests for clarity, accuracy and completeness and aids in optimizing value across all expenditures by ensuring end-user compliance to preferred contract and procurement policies and procedures.
• Advises and trains campus personnel and outside suppliers on procurement policies and procedures.
• Documents IT Procurement Category policies and procedures.
• Works with Accounts Payable and other departments to resolve delivery, suspense, quality, and payment problems.
• Monitors and follows applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to perform basic market research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Special Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to process multiple projects, set priorities, and work independently to meet objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing and organizational skills.
• Computer skills – working knowledge of MS Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook.
• Knowledge and understanding of technology trends.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Knowledge of e-Procurement, SAP, ServiceNow is a plus.
• JHU Equivalency Formula:30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Buyer role required or other related experience.   
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  
  
  

Classified Title: Sourcing Associate

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sourcing Associate - IT

Role/Level/Range: ATO 40/E/03/OF

Starting Salary Range: $44.200 - $76,752 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: Hybrid/JH at Keswick

Department name: Buying

Personnel area: University Administration

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week