Director, Strategic Sourcing

JOB SUMMARY
The Strategic Sourcing Director is responsible for ensuring the business operations and procurement functions are working optimally and are continuously reviewed for process improvements.

Manages staff and coordinate the development and operations of the procurement process in support of the organization and, specifically, in support of all procurements related to the implementation of the Small Business Development Program (SBDP).

Ensures quality control, perform evaluations, and monitor compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervise, train and prepare procedures and guidelines for Procurement Support staff.

Organize and attend meetings with College Administration to obtain understanding of projects as assigned.

Responsible for development, management and compliance of Small Business Development Program and integration within the Procurement function.

Responsible for management of Departments’ Administrative Support Operations.

Responsible for management of vendor outreach, and Business Development and Training Initiatives in support of the Small Business Development Program.

Responsible for management of departmental records.

Responsible for management of Department’s policies and procedures ensuring both online and hard copy are up-to-date, consistent and compliant with applicable rules, regulations and laws.

Responsible for developing comprehensive goals, objectives and plans and ensuring compliance with the established Small Business Development Program annual goals.

Responsible for the planning, implementation and monitoring of vendor performance within the Small Business Development Program.

Responsible for managing working relationships with small business, community and civic group interactions with regard to the Small Business Development Program.

Responsible for report preparation and other administration tasks, as required by the Executive Director Procurement Operations. Assume the responsibilities of the Executive Director Procurement Operations, as needed or required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, or related field, is required
• 5 years management experience Purchasing/Procurement and Materials Management required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License
• Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) certification in the form of a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO); or Institute of Supply Management (ISM) certification in the form of a Certified Purchasing Management (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or equivalent certification required
• Applicants who do not currently have said certification will be considered provided they agree to obtain the certification within 18 months post-employment

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Information Management Systems
• Budget Management
• Small Business Development Program
• State Procurement Policies and Regulations
• State and Federal Guidelines

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215