Procurement Agent

Position Title:

Procurement Agent

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related education and experience totaling 4 years

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Procurement Services Department at Iowa State University is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Procurement Agent position. The objective of an ISU Procurement Agent is to provide efficient, timely, and effective sourcing and procurement services for the university while maximizing the university’s resources. This position will be responsible for procuring goods and services in several different commodity areas that include promotional items, art, music & theatre, educational/classroom supplies, grounds/lawn equipment, greenhouse/nursery, janitorial/custodial services and equipment, interpreting/translating services and other commodities as assigned. This position may also work in other commodity areas that they may have experience in.

Responsibilities of the position include assistance with or direct management of:

• procurement of goods and services
• writing and managing contracts to ensure compliance with performance, state and federal law, University policy and Board of Regents policy
• negotiating remedies for noncompliance when necessary
• supplier relationship management
• developing functional and/or technical specifications
• evaluating or editing terms and conditions for procurement of good and services
• establishing criteria of award, evaluating and analyzing bid proposals, and facilitating award decisions in cooperation with requesting departments.

The successful candidate will possess strong analytic skills and be innovative, professional, organized, and detail oriented. Strong reasoning, interpreting, and written and verbal communication skills will be necessary in order to be successful in the position. The individual will possess the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team and problem solve effectively. Strong and efficient personal computer skills, as well as the ability to foster positive, collegial, and collaborative relationships with diverse groups of internal and external constituents, will be essential for success. The successful candidate also will possess the ability to provide exceptional customer service while meeting deadlines and working effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while adhering to applicable state and federal laws and established Board of Regents and university policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in a business or commodity-related field.
Experience acquiring, bidding, or sourcing goods and services.
Computer experience such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), bid software, contract management software, Smartsheet, etc.
Experience working in an area directly related to sourcing or procurement.
Experience reading and understanding contractual terms and conditions.

For more information about who we are, please click the following link: Procurement Services

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by August 11, 2026.

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS807

Original Posting Date:

August 5, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R19702

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

 

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.