Director Of Procurement

University of Arkansas Grantham

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $82,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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University procurement and travel policies
Facilitate procurement transactions in workday
Issue bids - ifbs, rfps, rfqs, rfis
** The University of Arkansas Grantham is seeking a remote Director of Procurement to manage and facilitate procurement functions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in government purchasing and contract management, as well as strong communication skills. **

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.
  • Key responsibilities include managing procurement transactions, assisting departments with major procurement projects, coordinating with vendors, administering the P-Card program, and serving as the Agency Procurement Official (APO).
  • 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

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** The University of Arkansas Grantham is seeking a remote Director of Procurement to manage and facilitate procurement functions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in government purchasing and contract management, as well as strong communication skills. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • University procurement and travel policies
  • Facilitate procurement transactions in Workday
  • Issue bids - IFBs, RFPs, RFQs, RFIs
  • Administer P-Card program
  • Uphold APO rights and responsibilities
  • Maintain working knowledge of Workday

Nice-to-have

  • Remote work environment
  • Healthy work-life balance
  • Collaborative university personnel
  • Exchange of information and knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Earned bachelor's degree
  • Government purchasing or contract experience
  • Minimum 5 years progressive work experience
  • 3 years negotiation experience preferred
  • Experience with state procurement laws
  • Experience with public acquisition principles

Work Rights

Not specified

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