Director Of Procurement

University of Arkansas Grantham

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $82,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Fully remote
Manage procurement functions
Develop procurement policies
Facilitate procurement transactions
The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing and facilitating the procurement functions of the university, developing, recommending, and implementing policies, practices, and procedures in accordance with regulations

Job Summary

  • The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing and facilitating the procurement functions of the university, developing, recommending, and implementing policies, practices, and procedures in accordance with regulations.
  • Key responsibilities include developing and administering procurement and travel policies, facilitating transactions in Workday, assisting departments with major procurement projects, and coordinating with vendors.
  • The University of Arkansas Grantham offers a remote work environment, a healthy work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing and facilitating the procurement functions of the university, developing, recommending, and implementing policies, practices, and procedures in accordance with regulations.

Salary

Base: $82,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, choice of retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage procurement functions
  • develop procurement policies
  • facilitate procurement transactions
  • coordinate with vendors
  • administer P-Card program
  • serve as Agency Procurement Official

Nice-to-have

  • remote work environment
  • healthy work-life balance
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • stay abreast of Workday enhancements

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Government purchasing experience required
  • Minimum 5 years progressive procurement experience
  • Minimum 3 years negotiation experience preferred
  • Experience with state procurement laws
  • Experience with public acquisition principles

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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