"Director of Procurement & Property Control"

Director of Procurement & Property Control

Morgan State University

Posted: 06-Jan-26

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Categories: Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 8455

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop a procurement strategic business plan and establish, communicate and implement long-term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all aspects of the procurement department’s function, including, but not limited to, partnering with customer departments to develop and implement procurement programs, systems and processes to improve cost, efficiency, quality, and customer responsiveness.
• Serve as a change agent to establish a culture dedicated to customer service, process improvement, and contemporary procurement methods while ensuring procurement compliance with applicable laws, Morgan and State procurement policies.
• Analyze and use data to develop and implement strategic sourcing methodology and processes to reduce costs while maintaining or improving quality in University purchases. Invest time in the actions necessary for the campus to see this unit as a Strategic Partner.
• Manage current procurement policies, procedures and programs with a focus on their ability to enhance organizational value and efficiency.
• Meet regularly with respective departments regarding procurement for their understanding and/or recommendations to enhance policies, procedures and develop, communicate and implement new/revised policies, procedures and programs as needed.
• Provide staff with tools, delegation of authority, opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training to optimize their performance and ability to handle complex procurements, while facilitating engagement and motivation.
• Mentor and set a high-level professional example to staff to create and maintain a highly proactive and effective department.
• Develop and implement individual metrics/benchmarks, as well as departmental performance metrics, toward University goals and benchmarks with peer institutions.
• Be responsible for oversight, development and implementation of a creative overarching plan to optimize the appropriate opportunities for MBE and small business participation on solicitations.
• Ensure effective proactive outreach activities and training to MBE and Small Business entities to facilitate their ability to do business with MSU.
• Must maintain overall tracking and document all MBE and Small Business solicitations and timely reporting required by the Maryland Board of Public Works and the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs.
• Develop and drive the growth in an IT/e-procurement program utilizing contemporary functionality of an ERP system, and collaboratively develop a communication plan about the benefits.
• Be knowledgeable of changes in legislation and their impact on MSU policies related to Procurement, inclusive of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)/Small Business Reserve (SBR) programs.
• Develop and implement best practices while assuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, internal control measures, and policies.
• Leverage knowledge of other Maryland State Universities and Agencies in establishing best practices.
• Advises the University administration and customers on interpretation and application of procurement law; State and Federal regulations; Board of Public Works Advisories; Morgan State Procurement Policies and Procedures; and business practices and contract interpretation.
• Ensure that the campus is educated and that interpretations are consistently applied.
• Evaluate relevant policies and update them and related procedures as necessary, ensuring that changes are communicated broadly and ongoing training is provided to the campus community.
• Monitors procurements for evidence of abuse/fraud and initiates corrective action when necessary.
• Develop, communicate and administer procurement team performance and development plans and appraisals.
• Serve as the primary contact for procurement-related questions, training, policy and procedure interpretation and alignment by all departments.
• Oversee contract development and administration.
• Develop and implement procurement-related training programs for the procurement team and organization.
• Develop a centralized procurement program that adds value and efficiency to the organization.
• Ensure the timely processing of purchase orders, bid development and proposals, and reconciliation of any invoice discrepancies.
• Manage the overall procurement process from initiation to audit.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

About Morgan State University

Morgan State University is the largest historically black college (HBCU) in Baltimore, Maryland and is Maryland's designated public urban university. Our University offers a dynamic and vibrant environment that encourages a culture of contribution and collaboration. We are always looking to expand our network of professionals who are committed to excellence and strive to provide the best environment for our students.