PROCUREMENT MANAGER - STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER

Position Summary

This position manages the UCOP Procurement Team and receives assignments in the form of objectives, determining how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Provides guidance and manages procurement staff in executing strategic sourcing, contract management, and procurement compliance activities for UCOP departments in accordance with UC policy, BRC operational standards, and divisional objectives. Ensures that UCOP department clients receive timely, accurate, and consultative procurement support throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle. Establishes and models a customer-focused culture within the team, ensuring that client needs are understood, prioritized, and addressed with professionalism and urgency. Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives, schedules, and service delivery standards. Follows established UC procurement policies and BRC processes in identifying strategic sourcing solutions, managing contract risk, ensuring policy compliance, and driving continuous improvement in client service outcomes. Please note this is a Hybrid position based in Oakland, CA.

Key Responsibilities

40% Leadership of UCOP Local Procurement

25% Strategic Sourcing Operations & Contract Management

15% Team Leadership, Development, and Performance Management

10% Stakeholder Engagement & Cross Functional Collaboration

10% Continuous Improvement & Data Driven Decision Making