Opt For Healthy Living
Procurement Professional I
Opt For Healthy Living, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Position Summary
San Diego State University is seeking a detail‑oriented and service‑driven
Procurement Professional I
to support the campus procurement process by reviewing requisitions, coordinating bids, managing agreements, and maintaining strong communication with suppliers and internal departments. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely, cost‑effective, and policy‑compliant purchasing operations. Key Responsibilities
Review purchase requisitions for accuracy in specifications, pricing, and supplier selection. Communicate with departments and vendors to confirm order details, pricing, and material acceptability. Evaluate and submit quotations for supervisor approval when exceeding authority limits. Manage high volumes of requisitions and orders, including those requiring special handling or urgency. Conduct informal bids, prepare and review bid documents, and ensure compliance with CSU and state procurement regulations. Support contract development and collaborate with vendors and stakeholders on bid terms and conditions. Promote small‑business and sustainability participation through appropriate sourcing efforts. Assist with bid conferences and maintain documentation from procurement initiation to closure. Support the negotiation and finalization of service, maintenance, and equipment agreements. Respond to inquiries from campus departments and vendors via phone, email, and in‑person; provide guidance on procurement policies. Offer training or clarification related to purchasing processes and document handling. Maintain customer‑focused service while resolving procurement‑related issues efficiently. Why Join Us?
Play an essential role in facilitating smooth and compliant purchasing operations across campus. Engage with diverse vendors and departments in a fast‑paced procurement environment. Apply your attention to detail and communication skills to help the university secure goods and services efficiently. Join a team that values accuracy, service, and collaboration in support of SDSU’s mission. Position Information
Full‑time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. Position is designated non‑exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with possible variation based on operational needs. Approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego. Education and Experience
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Related education and/or experience that demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities may substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis. Key Qualifications
Basic knowledge of generally accepted procurement principles. General knowledge of pricing, cost analysis and risk assessment methods and the ability to apply them. Skill in performing accurate mathematical computations. Organizational skills to plan and prioritize work. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel, supervisors, and suppliers. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines. Excellent desktop skills using software such as Microsoft Suite or Google Suite. Knowledge of State policy and procedure to assure purchases are made in the best interest of the State is preferred. Four years of progressively more difficult and responsible general clerical or administrative assignments, with at least one year varied purchasing or accounting activities preferred. Prior experience utilizing an integrated computer software system, such as Oracle, is strongly preferred. Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines. Initial step placement is not expected to exceed
Step 6 ($5,046 ). CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,570 – $6,658 per month (Step 1 – Step 20). Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations. Generous Time Off:
15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Retirement:
CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC. Health Coverage:
Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost. Education Support:
CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents. Optional Offerings:
FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans. Campus & Community:
Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities. Equal Opportunity
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
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San Diego State University is seeking a detail‑oriented and service‑driven
Procurement Professional I
to support the campus procurement process by reviewing requisitions, coordinating bids, managing agreements, and maintaining strong communication with suppliers and internal departments. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely, cost‑effective, and policy‑compliant purchasing operations. Key Responsibilities
Review purchase requisitions for accuracy in specifications, pricing, and supplier selection. Communicate with departments and vendors to confirm order details, pricing, and material acceptability. Evaluate and submit quotations for supervisor approval when exceeding authority limits. Manage high volumes of requisitions and orders, including those requiring special handling or urgency. Conduct informal bids, prepare and review bid documents, and ensure compliance with CSU and state procurement regulations. Support contract development and collaborate with vendors and stakeholders on bid terms and conditions. Promote small‑business and sustainability participation through appropriate sourcing efforts. Assist with bid conferences and maintain documentation from procurement initiation to closure. Support the negotiation and finalization of service, maintenance, and equipment agreements. Respond to inquiries from campus departments and vendors via phone, email, and in‑person; provide guidance on procurement policies. Offer training or clarification related to purchasing processes and document handling. Maintain customer‑focused service while resolving procurement‑related issues efficiently. Why Join Us?
Play an essential role in facilitating smooth and compliant purchasing operations across campus. Engage with diverse vendors and departments in a fast‑paced procurement environment. Apply your attention to detail and communication skills to help the university secure goods and services efficiently. Join a team that values accuracy, service, and collaboration in support of SDSU’s mission. Position Information
Full‑time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. Position is designated non‑exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with possible variation based on operational needs. Approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego. Education and Experience
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Related education and/or experience that demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities may substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis. Key Qualifications
Basic knowledge of generally accepted procurement principles. General knowledge of pricing, cost analysis and risk assessment methods and the ability to apply them. Skill in performing accurate mathematical computations. Organizational skills to plan and prioritize work. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel, supervisors, and suppliers. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines. Excellent desktop skills using software such as Microsoft Suite or Google Suite. Knowledge of State policy and procedure to assure purchases are made in the best interest of the State is preferred. Four years of progressively more difficult and responsible general clerical or administrative assignments, with at least one year varied purchasing or accounting activities preferred. Prior experience utilizing an integrated computer software system, such as Oracle, is strongly preferred. Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines. Initial step placement is not expected to exceed
Step 6 ($5,046 ). CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,570 – $6,658 per month (Step 1 – Step 20). Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations. Generous Time Off:
15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Retirement:
CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC. Health Coverage:
Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost. Education Support:
CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents. Optional Offerings:
FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans. Campus & Community:
Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities. Equal Opportunity
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
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