"Senior Director, Business Services"

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Senior Director, Business Services

Finance and Administration

Georgia State University

Georgia State University is a vibrant community in the heart of Atlanta. At Georgia State University (GSU), we value the unique skills, perspectives, talents, and passion that each employee contributes to our learning community. To work at GSU is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of the internal and external community we serve!

Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Senior Director, Procurement and Payment Services. The Senior Director, Procurement & Payment Services, will be responsible for leading Disbursements, Purchasing, Property Control, Card Programs, and Supplier Management Support Services departments.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

The Senior Director, Procurement and Payment Services, will be responsible for leading the Business Services and Disbursements departments, increasing efficiency and improving customer service in the procurement-to-payment process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provides leadership, plans, and organizes the short and long-term activities and goals of the unit that include the following departments: Disbursements, Purchasing, Property Control, Card Services, and Supplier Management Support Services.
• Establishes policies, procedures, and drafts communications regarding the implementation of changes made to all Procurement and payment-related policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on unit key performance indicators and develop and implement new policies and/or procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of customer service.
• Monitor and strengthen internal controls. Ensures university procurement and payment policies, procedures, and transactions meet state, DOAS, BOR, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Serve as the College University Procurement Officer (CUPO) for the University. Review and approve contract routing forms for all campuses. Review and approve all annual, quarterly, periodic, and ad hoc reports related to Accounts Payable, Purchasing, P-Card, and Vendors required by the Federal government, DOAS, State Accounting Office, Board of Regents, and University System Office, including but not limited to 1099s, Transparency in Government Act, and Annual Purchase Card Self-Compliance. Serve on the DOAS Certification Examination Committee.
• Conduct vendor interviews and inspections for the development of alternate sources of supply. Conduct pre-bid, bid openings, pre-award conferences, and post-award conferences. Create and develop new vendor opportunities within the eProcurement system. Ensure that the functionality of the eProcurement system continues to meet or exceed the needs and growth demands of the university. Review and reconcile open encumbrances. Review and approve all Sole Source Justification postings. Review and approve requisitions and POs.
• Serve as primary liaison to the University Community on all matters related to Procurement, Payments, Vendors, Property Control, and P-Cards. Provide guidance, training, and documentation for the university concerning appropriate accounting treatment and transaction processing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and seven years of related supervisory/management experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working in Procurement and/or Accounts Payable management for a State of Georgia Entity.
• Certifications (e.g., Georgia Certified Purchasing Associate (GCPA), Georgia Certified Purchasing Manager (GCPM), Accredited Payables Manager (APM)).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex organizational environment.

College/Business Unit Open until filled

Location: Atlanta Campus

Job Posting: 08/27/25, 5:53:44 PM