Base: $82,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Fully remote
University procurement management
Workday procurement transactions
State procurement laws knowledge
The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing procurement functions and collaborating with university personnel to implement policies in accordance with federal, state, and university regulations
Job Summary
The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing procurement functions and collaborating with university personnel to implement policies in accordance with federal, state, and university regulations.
The position offers a mostly remote work environment with required in-person attendance for training and official duties in Little Rock, AR, and includes a benefits package with health insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement contributions.
The Director serves as the Agency Procurement Official, advising university leadership, maintaining relationships with other officials, and coordinating training to ensure compliance with procurement procedures.
Matching Summary
The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing procurement functions and collaborating with university personnel to implement policies in accordance with federal, state, and university regulations.
Salary
Base: $82,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, retirement contributions
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
University procurement management
Workday procurement transactions
State procurement laws knowledge
Contract negotiation experience
Procurement policy development
Vendor coordination and evaluation
Nice-to-have
Remote work environment
Strong interpersonal communication
Continuous learning and development
Public acquisition techniques
Training coordination skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum five years procurement management
Three years negotiation experience preferred
Government purchasing or contract experience
Knowledge of state procurement laws
Ability to work full-time in Little Rock, AR
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States