Director Of Procurement

University of Arkansas Grantham

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $82,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Fully remote
Procurement management in workday
University procurement policy development
Government purchasing experience
The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing procurement functions and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations

Job Summary

  • The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing procurement functions and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.
  • The University of Arkansas Grantham offers a remote work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • This position requires in-person attendance for certain duties in Little Rock, AR, and involves serving as an Agency Procurement Official coordinating with state and university leadership.

Matching Summary

The Director of Procurement is responsible for managing procurement functions and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.

Salary

Base: $82,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Procurement management in Workday
  • University procurement policy development
  • Government purchasing experience
  • Contract negotiation experience
  • Knowledge of state procurement laws
  • Vendor performance evaluation
  • Remote work environment

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Continuous learning and development
  • Ability to prepare procurement finance reports
  • Collaboration with university personnel
  • Participation in Workday enhancement groups

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
  • Minimum five years procurement management experience
  • At least three years negotiation experience
  • Experience in university or government procurement
  • Knowledge of state procurement laws and policies
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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