Job Title FBS Analyst I - Buyer Agency Texas A&M University Department Procurement Services Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location , Job Type Staff Job Description A Glimpse of the Job The FBS Analyst I – Buyer, under general supervision, is responsible for supporting procurement activities for designated Texas A&M System members; serving as a resource within the unit for staff regarding procurement processes; and assisting with reviewing, coordinating, and processing purchasing‑related actions. This role also helps manage routine projects, reports, and functions that support efficient and compliant procurement operations. Essential Duties/Tasks Procurement Services + Under supervision, performs entry-level purchasing activities to acquire supplies, equipment, and routine services through the e-Commerce system, ensuring compliance with Texas A&M University SAPs and System Policies and Regulations + Conducts informal and formal competitive bid processes for goods and services, ensuring fair and ethical opportunities and maintaining proper documentation of supplier selection and pricing + Reviews and utilizes statewide, university system, and cooperative contracts as appropriate, documenting justifications for contract selection or exceptions + Supports the State of Texas Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program by identifying and including certified HUB suppliers in the solicitation process + Prepares and maintains complete procurement files in accordance with records retention and audit requirements + Serves as a primary contact for faculty and staff, providing guidance on purchasing procedures, order status, and facilitating the procurement process for departmental needs + Monitor order fulfillment and supplier performance, including tracking shipments and resolving discrepancies, while proactively communicating with campus customers and suppliers to ensure timely delivery; provide customer service and basic training on purchasing processes and compliance, and escalate complex or higher-risk procurements to senior staff as needed + Serve as the liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders, handle basic supplier negotiations, offer basic guidance on the e-Commerce system, and respond to vendor inquiries Accounting / Business Support + Prepares, reviews, and audits financial system entries + May assist with some account reconciliation processes + Identifies outstanding items and implements solutions/communicates actions + May assist with some financial and accounting transactions + Assists with external reporting functions + Assists in with departmental budget requests as needed Office / Project Support + Tracks internal projects, audits, business records, and records management + May coordinate access requests + May oversee or lead a function or serve as a subject matter expert in one or more areas + May review and revise job aides as needed + May supervise student workers + May mentor or train subordinate staff members What You Need to Know Salary: $45,000 annually Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section. Required Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience + No experience required Preferred Qualifications + Previous procurement related experience + Knowledge of applicable state and federal procurement regulations and the ability to apply them in purchasing decisions Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications + Knowledge of financial management system and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work independently once given a project + Ability to apply rules and regulations in a complex environment Other Requirements and Factors + This position is security sensitive + This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures + All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.