Course Materials Procurement Specialist

3 days ago


Logan, Utah, United States Utah State University Full time
Job Summary

The Course Materials Buyer will be responsible for the timely and efficient provision of course materials to meet the academic needs of the university and the fiscal requirements of the USU Campus Store. This role will supervise, schedule, and train hourly employees in course material customer service, adoption processing, and ordering.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the collection of course material requests from faculty for each semester and serve as the primary point of contact for faculty inquiries about textbook editions, availability, and alternatives.
  • Make buying decisions for textbook titles based on sales and course enrollment data, create and manage purchase orders, and manage inbound and on-hand inventory to ensure efficiency and financial accountability.
  • Provide excellent customer service to the USU community by communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Analyze data and create reports aimed at increasing operational efficiency, ensuring deadlines are met, and financial performance is achieved.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with publishers, distributors, and other suppliers, negotiate pricing, terms, and returns with vendors.
  • Determine retail pricing for textbooks in accordance with institutional policies and market trends, while also ensuring affordability for students.
  • Coordinate and oversee the process for returning unsold or obsolete textbooks to publishers, ensuring compliance with vendor return policies.
  • Ensure compliance with all institutional, state, and federal regulations regarding textbook affordability and disclosure.
  • Work closely with other Campus Store team members to optimize related processes and ensure smooth operations during peak periods.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in accounting, finance, or business-related field, plus two years of experience in procurement or inventory management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.


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