Associate Director of Procurement & Contracts

El Paso Community College; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Community College seeks a procurement leader to assist the Director in planning, organizing, and directing purchasing services on campus. The role focuses on contract review and negotiation, ensuring compliance with state laws, district policies, and statutory regulations.

You will manage staff, provide training, and deliver reporting to meet LBB requirements. Responsibilities include researching new contracts, expediting procurement processes, and representing the department in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required with six years of related experience.
• Strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable contract terms.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications and regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations, and procedures and implement them.
• Experience analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and reporting results.
• Proven leadership in managing and motivating staff.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director with planning, organizing, and directing purchasing services.
• Oversee procurement, contract reviews, and compliance with state laws and district policies.
• Draft, revise, and negotiate contracts for goods and services.
• Research need for new contracts and manage workload of buyers and staff.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and college procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to staff; prepare reports and presentations as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Regulatory reading

Communication

Leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Presentations

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

El Paso Community College seeks a procurement leader to assist the Director in planning, organizing, and directing purchasing services on campus. The role focuses on contract review and negotiation, ensuring compliance with state laws, district policies, and statutory regulations.

You will manage staff, provide training, and deliver reporting to meet LBB requirements. Responsibilities include researching new contracts, expediting procurement processes, and representing the department in the