Procurement Category Manager
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
...to establish detailed requirements for complex, competitive procurements. Select appropriate procurement method based on departmental... ...orders.Is responsible for Supplier Relationship and Portfolio Management which includes: working collaboratively with suppliers to identify...