Chief Procurement Officer

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a Chief Procurement Officer to provide strategic leadership over supply chain, procurement, logistics, and contract services. The role includes managing planning, staffing and operations, directing strategies to optimize procurement and inventory, and ensuring compliance with UT System and state regulations.

The CPO collaborates with internal stakeholders, drives cost reductions, and oversees HUB programs, governance, and procurement policy

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Hold current professional purchasing certification (CPM, CPSM, CPPO or CPPB) or ability to obtain within 18 months after hire.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing and/or accounting with supervisory experience.
• Experience in a state institution of higher education is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for supply chain, procurement, logistics, and contract services.
• Plan, direct and manage staffing and operations for the assigned areas.
• Design and implement strategies to optimize the institution’s procurement and supply chain.
• Represent UTRGV at UT System, state, regional and national organizations.
• Develop and monitor budgets and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Conocimientos

Supply chain management

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree

Descripción del empleo

Office Location

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, 1201 W. University Drive, Human Resources, MASS Building 2nd Floor, Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone] | Brownsville: [phone]

Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Staff Recruitment: [e-mail]

School of Medicine Recruitment: [e-mail]

Graduate Assistantships: [e-mail]

Faculty Recruitment: College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

College of Sciences Office of the Dean: [e-mail]

College of Education and P-16 Integration: [e-mail]

College of Fine Arts: [e-mail]

College of Liberal Arts: [e-mail]

Website: https://careers.utrgv.edu

CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number: SRGV9222

Working Title: CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Department: Procurement Office

FTE: 1

FLSA: Exempt

Scope of Job: Provide direction, strategic management and oversight for supply chain and logistics, procurement management and contract services. Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, federal, and university rules, regulations, and programs related to the assigned areas.

Description of Duties: Responsible for the strategic direction, management and oversight for all supply chain, procurement, logistics and contract services. Plans, directs and manages the planning, organization, staffing and operations for the assigned areas. Designs and implements strategies to optimize the institution’s supply chain, including inventory management, demand forecasting, and distribution logistics. Represents UTRGV at various UT System, state, regional and national organizations. Evaluates and implements technology solutions to streamline procurement processes, enhance supply chain visibility, and improve operational efficiencies. Provides administrative oversight and direction to the Historically Underutilized Business program which include: HUB contract administration, HUB reporting and accountability, and HUB outreach, training, retention and marketing. Responsible for the development of short and long-term plans and objectives for assigned areas. Responsible for the development and monitoring of the departmental 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 including but not limited to: Texas Procurement & Support Systems Office, Legislative Budget Board, legislative committees, UT System, UTRGV Administration, and external agencies. Provides administrative oversight for the development and implementation of policies and procedures for all assigned areas. Receives, settles, and resolves vendor protests in the solicitation, evaluation, or award of purchase orders or contracts. Oversees the development and negotiation of individual and University-wide procurement contracts. Identifies and mitigates risks related to procurement, supply chain and logistics operations, including disruptions in supply, regulatory changes, and market fluctuations. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. Ensures all procurement activities are carried out in accordance with established UT System and UTRGV standards of conduct and professional code of ethics. Provides support to all assigned areas and ensures proper resources are available to provide excellent service to end users. Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations. 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 from and accredited university.

Preferred Education:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certifications:

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

Required Experience:

• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience performing purchasing and/or accounting duties and functions, to include, but not limited to, public bidding, accounts payables and/or contract negotiation, to include three (3) years of supervisory experience. Knowledge of all applicable and required federal regulations for the assigned area.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience obtained in a state institution of higher education setting.

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 negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
• As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles are expected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus at their assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply for positions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordance with UTRGV policies.

Other:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively and communicate well with a variety of internal and external 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

Posting Detail Information

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth; Gender; *Ethnicity/Race. Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of 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 [phone] and/or [e-mail].

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development.

Quick Link: https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52979

Posting Supplemental Questions

1. Are you a current UTRGV employee?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
   • Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
3. Please select your highest level of completed education.
   • 6th grade education
   • 10th grade education
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
   • Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
   • Masters Degree from an accredited university
   • Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
   • None of the above
4. Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question)
5. Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
   • Less than 1 year
   • 1 year
   • 2 years
   • 3 years
   • 4 years
   • 5 years
   • 6 years
   • 7 years
   • 8 years
   • 9 years
   • 10 years
   • Over 10 years
6. Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Reference Letter 1
5. Reference Letter 2
6. Reference Letter 3
7. Certifications and Licenses
8. Training Certificates
9. Other Document
10. List of 3 References
11. Unofficial Transcripts 2
12. Unofficial Transcripts 3
13. Letter of Interest
14. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
15. Additional Document

Resources

• The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
• UT System Employee Benefits
• UT System
• Fraud Reporting
• State of Texas
• Texas Homeland Security
• Texas Veterans Portal
• Where the money goes

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