Deputy Director, Procurement

Procurement Manager

Manage day-to-day procurement operations, including competitive sourcing, purchase requisitions, supplier onboarding, and contract execution.

Supervise and mentor procurement staff, ensuring consistent application of policies and best practices.

Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining procurement policies, procedures, and systems.

Serve as acting director in the absence of the Director of Procurement.

Lead strategic-sourcing initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supplier performance.

Partner with departments to analyze spend data and develop purchasing strategies aligned with university objectives.

Oversee supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance evaluation processes.

Promote supplier diversity and the use of BEP-certified minority vendors.

Ensure purchase requests are consistent with budgets and funding.

Review all contracts and certifications for filing with the State Comptroller.

Support the Workday Implementation process and optimization of the Workday ERP system.

Provide guidance and training to university departments on procurement best practices, compliance, and contract management.

Oversee and manage the universitys Corporate P-Card Program.

Review all federally funded contracts and intergovernmental agreements. Ensure purchasing is consistent and compliant with specific terms.

Review contracts as needed and annually for renewal purposes. This involves meeting with Unit heads / Deans as required.

Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and consortium partners.

Represent Procurement on university committees and initiatives.

Performs related duties as assigned.