Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, the position will be responsible for managing procurement of the College. The Director will lead, direct and manage the relationship with all vendors and evaluate performance, compliance with contractual requirements and cost effectiveness. The Director will be a critical team member to ensure that the College’s short- and long-term goals and objectives for improving vendor performance, cost efficiency and the quality of service is achieved. Additionally, the Director will ensure that vendors are performing consistent with the College’s strategic plan, financial plans, educational, facilities, and technology master plans. Finally, that the needs of internal and external customers are met while complying with applicable Board policies, laws, and regulations; provide executive-level leadership, expert advice and counsel regarding related areas of functional responsibility.

• Serve as the Director of Procurement and maintain the fiscal integrity of the College.
• Actively participate in long-range strategic and financial planning.
• Oversee the development and administration of the College’s annual budget for goods and services.
• Evaluate all vendor relationships including length of service, quality of goods and services received, cost, commitment to the mission of the College.
• Evaluate current organizational structure, operations, internal controls, communications related to the procurement function.
• Implement best practices in operations, reporting and stakeholder service to improve the procurement experience at the College.
• Administer and supervise the College’s and vendor’s compliance with contractual requirements, laws, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Evaluate the current use of Unimarket (e-procurement technology) in the current environment and identify opportunities to expand the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
• Conduct financial analyses and prepare reports as necessary for the effective management and operation of the procurement function.
• Identify opportunities for shared services or other alternatives to enhance operations and/or reduce costs
• Oversee, plan, respond to, and implement findings of annual audits.
• Recommend and/or revise policies, procedures and programs relating procurement operations.
• Oversee and participate in the selection, training, and evaluation of stakeholders on procurement policies and procedures.
• Keep abreast of pertinent legislation, rules, regulations, and court decisions that may relate to fiscal functions; assume responsibility for interpretation of, and compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Chair and attend a variety of meetings and committees as assigned; serve on the Vice President Finance team meetings.
• Advise the CFO and General Counsel on contract negotiations, as needed including reviewing, analyzing, and preparing counter proposals during negotiations.
• Coordinate accreditation efforts related to administrative services operations and functions.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration, accounting or related area is required.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities in planning and managing the procurement operations of an organization
• Developed and carried out strategic initiatives
• Skilled in the use of Unimarket, Banner as well as computer software for databases, spread- sheets and other business processes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Led procurement and bid processes for goods and services
• Built effective functional and cross-functional work teams.
• Built effective training and development programs for stakeholders
• Controlled and managed budgets
• Negotiated contracts
• Knowledge of accreditation standards, policies, and requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant Federal and State laws.