Director Strategic Partnerships (Remote)

Title: Director Strategic Partnerships (Remote)

Employee Classification: Dir Strategic Partnerships

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Procurement

Department: SYS-Procurement-927100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

Vision
We strive to be THE benchmark of procurement exhibiting a high degree of excellence in how we inspire, lead, and challenge the way Procurement enables mission and customer success.

Mission
We enable customer success through sourcing, purchasing, and payment services to achieve best value and UNT System’s educational and research missions.

Position Overview

The Director of Strategic Partnerships is a strategic and visionary leader responsible for the establishment, development, and management of a comprehensive Business Services Group within the University of North Texas System. This pivotal role encompasses the oversight, development and management of programs that supports the UNT System and the Universities with a variety of business-related functions. A significant focus of the position is to drive revenue generation and growth by identifying and implementing value-added programs and partnerships with third parties that benefit the System financially through best-in-class services and pricing. The Director of Strategic Partnerships will also oversee and enhance strategic sourcing activities, ensuring optimal vendor portfolio management, cooperative and GPO relationship coordination, and the oversight of strategic RFPs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field and eight years leadership experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience or training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills.
* Proven ability to develop and implement successful revenue-generating initiatives.
* Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* In-depth knowledge of procurement, accounts payable, travel, and card programs.
* Familiarity with contract law, fiscal management, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience in public higher education procurement and sourcing.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties:

• Strategic Leadership and Vision: Develop and execute a strategic plan for the Business Services Group that aligns with UNT System goals and objectives, focusing on innovation, efficiency, and revenue generation. 
• Program Development and Management: Oversee the management and expansion of business services including working closely with procurement, accounts payable,