Director, Strategic Sourcing And Contracts

Brown University

Providence, Rhode Island, USA
Hybrid
Category strategy development
Strategic sourcing execution
Contract negotiation and risk management
The Director leads all category management activities related to assigned categories while efficiently delivering business results that incorporate best practices, meet regulatory requirements and, ensuring the University receives the best overall value

Job Summary

  • The Director leads all category management activities related to assigned categories while efficiently delivering business results that incorporate best practices, meet regulatory requirements and, ensuring the University receives the best overall value.
  • Develop, implement and manage innovative category strategies that meet the needs of campus, are cost-effective and align with other campus priorities.
  • Provide overall supervision, direction, and professional development for assigned staff members.

Matching Summary

The Director leads all category management activities related to assigned categories while efficiently delivering business results that incorporate best practices, meet regulatory requirements and, ensuring the University receives the best overall value.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Category strategy development
  • Strategic sourcing execution
  • Contract negotiation and risk management
  • Supplier management
  • Procurement policy development

Nice-to-have

  • Foster productive working relationships
  • Drive sustainable and ethical business practices
  • Innovative category strategies
  • Influence direction and adoption

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7-10 years procurement leadership experience
  • Experience negotiating contractual agreements
  • Experience performing complex solicitations
  • Higher education procurement experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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