oversees procurement systems and operational support functions, administers the purchasing card program, and ensures adherence to applicable policies, regulations, and best practices. This role drives continuous process improvement, promotes operational excellence, and fosters strong partnerships across the institution to support the University's mission and strategic priorities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Strategic Procurement Leadership, Process Improvement and Compliance
Provides strategic leadership for the University's contracting and procurement function by identifying process improvement opportunities, implementing best practices, and driving operational excellence. Evaluates federal and District procurement laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure compliance while developing innovative solutions, policies, and procedures that strengthen organizational performance and procurement effectiveness.
2. Procurement Strategy, Sourcing and Contract Administration
Develops and executes proactive procurement and sourcing strategies that optimize negotiations, pricing, contract terms, and overall value. Establishes formal solicitation requirements, oversees competitive bidding processes, reviews/approves procurement transactions and contracts in accordance with established procurement strategies, policies, and regulatory requirements.
3. Supplier Performance, Risk Management and Market Intelligence
Leverages market intelligence, industry trends, and supplier insights to support organizational objectives and achieve best-value outcomes. Oversees contractor and consultant performance management programs, monitors vendor compliance and service delivery, identifies performance gaps and risk exposures, and implements corrective actions and vendor management strategies to mitigate organizational risk.
4. Customer Service, Advisory Support and Stakeholder Engagement
Serves as a trusted advisor to faculty, staff, and university stakeholders on procurement and contracting matters. Promotes a culture of customer service excellence by maintaining open communication, providing guidance on procurement requirements, and fostering collaborative relationships that support university operations and strategic goals.
5. Staff Leadership, Training and Organizational Development
Leads and develops procurement staff by fostering a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and professional growth. Ensures access to training, certification, coaching, and development opportunities while creating procurement guidance materials, policies, and educational resources to support consistent application of procurement practices across the University.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- At least 8 years of contracting and negotiation experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in complex procurements.
