CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER

University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a Chief Procurement Officer to lead supply chain, procurement, logistics and contract services at a campus-wide level. This role provides strategic direction, ensures policy compliance, and partners with internal stakeholders to improve efficiency and value across the university.

The incumbent will oversee budgeting, vendor relationships, and technology solutions to streamline procurement, while representing the university in external organizations

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing, accounting, or related duties.
• Experience in public bidding, accounts payable, and contract negotiation.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience and knowledge of applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and oversight for supply chain, procurement, logistics and contract services.
• Plan, direct and manage organization for assigned areas and resources.
• Develop strategies to optimize supply chain, inventory, forecasting and distribution logistics.
• Represent the university in UT System, state and national organizations.
• Oversee HUB program administration and reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Procurement management

Contract negotiation

Supply chain optimization

Vendor management

Budgeting

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Posting Number: SRGV9222
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Edinburg, Texas
Department: Procurement Office
FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job

Provide direction, strategic management and oversight for supplychain and logistics, procurement management and contract services.Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, federal,and university rules, regulations, and programs related to theassigned areas.

Description of Duties

• Responsible for the strategic direction, management andoversight for all supply chain, procurement, logistics and contractservices.
• Plans, directs and manages the planning, organization, staffingand operations for the assigned areas.
• Designs and implements strategies to optimize the institution'ssupply chain, including inventory management, demand forecasting,and distribution logistics.
• Represents UTRGV at various UT System, state, regional andnational organizations.
• Evaluates and implements technology solutions to streamlineprocurement processes, enhance supply chain visibility, and improveoperational efficiencies.
• Provides administrative oversight and direction to theHistorically Underutilized Business program which include: HUBcontract administration, HUB reporting and accountability, and HUBoutreach, training, retention and marketing.
• Responsible for the development of short and long-term plansand objectives for assigned areas.
• Responsible for the development and monitoring of thedepartmental budgets and resource allocations.
• Ensures compliance with various State, Federal, and UT System,and UTRGV procurement policies and regulations.
• Oversees and coordinates the preparation of reports includingbut not limited to: Texas Procurement & Support Systems Office,Legislative Budget Board, legislative committees, UT System, UTRGVAdministration, and external agencies.
• Provides administrative oversight for the development andimplementation of policies and procedures for all assignedareas.
• Receives, settles, and resolves vendor protests in thesolicitation, evaluation, or award of purchase orders orcontracts.
• Oversees the development and negotiation of individual andUniversity-wide procurement contracts.
• Identifies and mitigates risks related to procurement, supplychain and logistics operations, including disruptions in supply,regulatory changes, and market fluctuations.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to identifyopportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Ensures all procurement activities are carried out inaccordance with established UT System and UTRGV standards ofconduct and professional code of ethics.
• Provides support to all assigned areas and ensures properresources are available to provide excellent service to endusers.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships withinternal/external departments/agencies and otherorganizations.
• Participates in various committees, professional training,industry conferences, and conventions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field fromand accredited university.

Preferred Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field from anaccredited university.

Licenses/Certifications

Hold current professional purchasing certification (CPM,CPSM, CPPOor CPPB) or ability to obtain within 18 months after hire.

Required Experience

Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience performingpurchasing and/or accounting duties and functions, to include, butnot limited to, public bidding, accounts payables and/or contractnegotiation, to include three (3) years of supervisory experience.Knowledge of all applicable and required federal regulations forthe assigned area.

Preferred Experience

Experience obtained in a state institution of higher educationsetting.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties.Office environment; some travel and weekend work is required.Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligibleamount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pullor otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is adistributed institution, which may require presence at multiplelocations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles areexpected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus attheir assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply forpositions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordancewith UTRGV policies.

Other

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to workeffectively and communicate well with a variety of internal andexternal constituents. Expert knowledge in supply chain management,including: procurement and logistics management.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

10/28/2026

Grant Funded Position

No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley topromote and ensure equal employment opportunities for allindividuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex,age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity orexpression, genetic information or protected veteran status. Inaccordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil RightsAct of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americanswith Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University iscommitted to comply with all government requirements and ensuresnon-discrimination in its education programs and activities,including employment. We encourage women, minorities anddifferently abled persons to apply for employment positions ofinterest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting anyconfidential information from the documents you attach with yourapplication. The confidential information includes thefollowing:

Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior tosubmission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwardingyour application to the department as per your submission. TheUniversity of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right todiscontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close dateof this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three(3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at(956) 665-2451 and/or [e-mail].

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location issubject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal backgroundcheck (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approvalfrom the VP of HR & Talent Development .