Morgan State University · 4 hours ago
Director of Procurement & Property Control
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $195K/yr
10+ years expMorgan State University is seeking a Director of Procurement & Property Control to ensure the university community receives excellent service and value in procuring supplies and services. The role includes strategic direction for the procurement department, oversight of Minority Business Enterprise programs, and compliance with procurement laws.
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Responsibilities
Develop a procurement strategic business plan and establish, communicate and implement long-term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency
Provide strategic direction and leadership for all aspects of the procurement department’s function, including, but not limited to, partnering with customer departments to develop and implement procurement programs, systems and processes to improve cost, efficiency, quality, and customer responsiveness
Serve as a change agent to establish a culture dedicated to customer service, process improvement, and contemporary procurement methods while ensuring procurement compliance with applicable laws, Morgan and State procurement policies
Analyze and use data to develop and implement strategic sourcing methodology and processes to reduce costs while maintaining or improving quality in University purchases. Invest time in the actions necessary for the campus to see this unit as a Strategic Partner
Manage current procurement policies, procedures and programs with a focus on their ability to enhance organizational value and efficiency
Meet regularly with respective departments regarding procurement for their understanding and/or recommendations to enhance policies, procedures and develop, communicate and implement new/revised policies, procedures and programs as needed
Provide staff with tools, delegation of authority, opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training to optimize their performance and ability to handle complex procurements, while facilitating engagement and motivation
Mentor and set a high-level professional example to staff to create and maintain a highly proactive and effective department
Develop and implement individual metrics/benchmarks, as well as departmental performance metrics, toward University goals and benchmarks with peer institutions
Be responsible for oversight, development and implementation of a creative overarching plan to optimize the appropriate opportunities for MBE and small business participation on solicitations
Ensure effective proactive outreach activities and training to MBE and Small Business entities to facilitate their ability to do business with MSU
Must maintain overall tracking and document all MBE and Small Business solicitations and timely reporting required by the Maryland Board of Public Works and the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs
Develop and drive the growth in an IT/e-procurement program utilizing contemporary functionality of an ERP system, and collaboratively develop a communication plan about the benefits
Be knowledgeable of changes in legislation and their impact on MSU policies related to Procurement, inclusive of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)/Small Business Reserve (SBR) programs
Develop and implement best practices while assuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, internal control measures, and policies
Leverage knowledge of other Maryland State Universities and Agencies in establishing best practices
Advises the University administration and customers on interpretation and application of procurement law; State and Federal regulations; Board of Public Works Advisories; Morgan State Procurement Policies and Procedures; and business practices and contract interpretation
Ensure that the campus is educated and that interpretations are consistently applied
Evaluate relevant policies and update them and related procedures as necessary, ensuring that changes are communicated broadly and ongoing training is provided to the campus community
Monitors procurements for evidence of abuse/fraud and initiates corrective action when necessary
Develop, communicate and administer procurement team performance and development plans and appraisals
Serve as the primary contact for procurement-related questions, training, policy and procedure interpretation and alignment by all departments
Oversee contract development and administration
Develop and implement procurement-related training programs for the procurement team and organization
Develop a centralized procurement program that adds value and efficiency to the organization
Ensure the timely processing of purchase orders, bid development and proposals, and reconciliation of any invoice discrepancies
Manage the overall procurement process from initiation to audit
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university
At least ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible experience in public procurement and contract administration, involving cradle-to-grave management and administration of a diverse portfolio of major procurement contracts exceeding $7.5 million in contract value, is required
At least five (5) years of direct leadership and management experience in a procurement environment and which involved recruitment, training, and professional development of staff, and was directly responsible for the performance of staff, is also required
The successful candidate must be a results-oriented, metrics-driven leader with expertise in purchasing, supplier collaboration, development, and compliance
Experience with sourcing and procurement, and building a vendor program is required
A Strategic thinker with demonstrated experience in a large division or functional unit, as well as experience working across department silos to accomplish missions
Extremely comfortable with developing and using data to drive strategy
Demonstrated Leadership, coaching, and team-building skills to strengthen and cultivate a healthy work environment
Demonstrated effectiveness in delegating projects and developing staff to perform at high levels of complexity
Excellent initiative with resourcefulness, analytical thinking, sound judgment, and an ability to solve problems and make decisions
Successful experience in the management of complex projects and activities involving the engagement and collaboration across a wide spectrum of diverse functions is required. Collaborative management style
The ability to perform under high-stress environments is required. Ability to manage numerous procurements while meeting deadlines and department expectations
Effectively communicates both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Writes and presents information in a clear and concise way. Interprets and understands written information and is able to listen attentively to verbal and non-verbal cues that lead to a deeper understanding. Consultation and change management skills. Ability to network and interact, as well as support effective partnerships with key groups and individuals
Demonstrates excellence in customer service, both internal and external to Morgan
Works cooperatively with others and demonstrates professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others
Demonstrates pleasant and positive interactions with others to meet customer expectations, and provides follow-up with customers. Reaches compromise and consensus to influence and negotiate. Remains calm and is able to manage conflict, and works well with a diverse workforce. An approachable style allows others to be open to sharing thoughts and ideas
Ability to effectively communicate and professionally represent the University in public meetings such as BPW or Board of Regents meetings, as may be required
Commitment to Guiding Principles of Administration and Finance leadership to include: Accountability, Civility, Collaboration, Diversity, Excellence, Knowledge, Leadership, Communication, and Work-Life Balance
Ability to conduct effective negotiations for complex and difficult contracts and contract modifications, and claims, with the ability to maintain the proper degree of business equity when dealing with private industry and in seeking University management approvals
Ability to lead the University negotiating teams in negotiating process, terms and conditions, and settlement for competitively negotiated contracts and for the resolution of complex change orders and claims
Demonstrated dispute resolution skills in negotiation, mediation, litigation, and other remedies
Skill in financial and quantitative analysis to analyze contractor financial statements and perform extensive computations on cost/price data analysis, including review of cost breakdowns to determine reasonableness
Preferred
Master's Degree in Business, Logistics, Public Administration, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university
Certification from an accredited procurement program, such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), National Contract Management Association (NCMA), Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM), or similar Federal government certification is preferred
Experience in Higher Education
Experience with Maryland State procurement policy and procedures
Experience with and the ability to understand and interpret COMAR regulations
Solid analytical and computer skills
Strong communication skills
Outstanding team building and leadership skills
Experience with the Banner Finance Module
Company
Morgan State University
Morgan State University is a historically black college (HBCU) in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
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