Executive Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Socket.dev; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

University of California, Irvine is seeking a procurement leader to establish objectives for the department and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. You will manage a team of 25 procurement professionals, oversee contracts, and provide guidance to executive leadership on procurement strategy and policy compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, budget management, and optimizing procurement programs across campus, ensuring adherence to university guidelines and driving value in purchasing

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the purchasing function and related initiatives.
• Ability to direct a purchasing function and ensure adherence to guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading a department, managing staff performance and development, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Establishes objectives and goals for the procurement department.
• Plans activities to meet assigned objectives and follows policies.
• Leads strategic sourcing initiatives and manages contracts and agreements.
• Oversees staff performance, recruitment, evaluation, mentoring, and training.
• Reviews and approves high-dollar purchase orders and procurement contracts.
• Provides counsel to executive management and university leadership on procurement matters.

Skills

Purchasing leadership

Procurement management

Vendor negotiation

Communication skills

Staff development

Hiring & training

Interpersonal skills

Policy & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of California, Irvine is seeking a procurement leader to establish objectives for the department and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. You will manage a team of 25 procurement professionals, oversee contracts, and provide guidance to executive leadership on procurement strategy and policy compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, budget management, and optimizing procurement programs across campus, ensuring adherence to university guidelines and driving value in purchasing