Director of Procurement

Job Title: Director of Procurement
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 60340
Department

Procurement Services

Responsibilities

This is a senior leadership position within the Procurement Services team that provides management oversight and is responsible for operations of the staff and procurement activities delivering solutions which create value and streamline processes in support of University goals and initiatives.

• Serves as Deputy Chief Procurement Officer with oversight of procurement activities. Develops, implements, and prioritizes objectives for areas of responsibility, which includes procurement of goods and services and facilities construction procurement by participating in the development of policies and procedures with oversight of the University's procurement transactions.
• Serves as primary liaison role for collaborative efforts with campus customers. Develops and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues, management, and stakeholders. Acts in a consultative role with departments by determining how Procurement Services can assist in achieving the department's goals through understanding their unique procurement needs, and developing sourcing plans and strategies that best meets those needs.
• Supervises, leads, mentors, oversees and assists Strategic Category Managers and Procurement Specialists in sourcing events, as well as developing contracts and agreements that leverage annual procurement requirements and provide optimal value to the University. Provide training, direction, and development to all assigned staff.
• Reviews and approves all sourcing events. Reviews all confirming orders and provides education and counseling/training to campus departments/end-users.
• Implements adequate controls and ensure that substantiating documentation is approved and available such that all business transactions will pass internal and external audits. Develops and maintains systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of assigned functional units. Works closely with General Counsel to ensure effective contracting processes and templates are implemented as appropriate and to mitigate risk.
• Develop standard processes and expected levels of execution related to the development of functional and category strategic sourcing programs and oversee the execution of vendor selection. Engages in collaborative efforts with strategic suppliers to implement sourcing initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and reliability.
• Serves in a coordinator capacity for Shared Initiatives for the State University System (SUS) and as a central point of contact, champion the strategic procurement of goods and services for SUS-wide development and collaborative use; working directly with the Florida Board of Governors (BOG) Shared Initiatives Director to seek feedback, analyze projects, create goals, and align initiatives within the SUS for measurable savings.

Qualifications

Master's degree and five years of experience related to budget, financial and/or accounting services or a Bachelor's degree and seven years of related experience.

• Two years of experience must be in a supervisory role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administrations or Public Administration
• Previous experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, goals and objectives, as well as ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with both internal and external partners of all backgrounds.
• Experience with various aspects of procurement including sourcing of new suppliers, both invitation to negotiate (ITN) and invitation to bid (ITB) processes, creation of various purchasing requests (PO requisitions, change orders, confirming orders, etc), and knowledge of contract administration.
• Ability to implement controls and ensuring proper documentation to comply with existing policies and meet the needs of internal/external audits.
• Ability to work in a detail oriented environment while prioritizing and multitasking based on need.
• Experience in a consultant/liaison role to explain policy to stakeholders and provide resources to internal and external partners

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at . If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

This position requires annual Financial Disclosure based on Florida Statutes 112.3144 and 112.3145.

This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.