Finance Procurement Specialist

Finance Procurement Specialist

POSITION DETAILS

Brooklyn College is soliciting applications for a Finance Procurement Specialist. Reporting to the Finance Procurement Director the Finance Procurement Specialist will administer the procurement process for goods and services in accordance with NYS Procurement Guidelines and CUNY Procurement Policy. This role involves conducting solicitations, reviewing purchasing requisitions, preparing detailed specifications, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards. The Finance Procurement Specialist will also engage in supplier negotiations and provide exceptional customer service to both internal departments and external stakeholders.

In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Finance Procurement Specialist?s duties include but are not limited to:

• Administer the purchase of materials and services in assigned fields, ensuring alignment with departmental needs, budget constraints and CUNY requirements.
• Conduct solicitations (RFQ, RFI, RFP, ITB) in compliance with NYS Procurement Guidelines and CUNY Procurement Policy.
• Review and process purchasing requisitions, verifying descriptions and specifications for accuracy and consulting with departments to address discrepancies.
• Review and evaluate bids and quotes to determine the most reasonable price, considering market conditions, supplier responsiveness and bidder responsibility.
• Prepare detailed specifications for pricing on items required by departments.
• Negotiate and correspond with suppliers, departments, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate procurement requests of high priority.
• Prepare necessary purchasing documentation in accordance with CUNY requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Review and process all procurement-related activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in CUNY training sessions as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Jagger ERP Systems, and procurement in government and/or higher education.
• Knowledge of CUNY and NYS purchasing regulations, policies, and procedures.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Coordinates matters related to procurement under management direction.

• Maintains accounts, budgets, contracts, agreements, and documentation related to the procurement process
• Analyzes procurement practices, procedures, and responsibilities, developing process documentation and identifying potential improvements
• Maintains College and University systems that manage and track procurement activities
• Assumes responsibility for selected procurement projects
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$57,252 - $74,490; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

From our job posting system, select "Apply Now", create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting form outside our system, please visit https://cuny.jobs/brooklyn-college/new-jobs/ .

Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume in .doc or .pdf format.

CLOSING DATE

May 8, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32047

Location: Brooklyn College

Job Type: Full-Time