Procurement Chief & Strategy Leader

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine seeks a senior procurement leader to guide a 25-person team, oversee budgets, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. You will establish objectives, develop processes, and provide executive counsel on complex procurement matters.

The role requires a deep understanding of purchasing practices, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage staff performance and development in a fast-paced academic environment.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the purchasing function and purchasing objectives.
• Ability to lead department, manage staff performance and development, team building and communications.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors and gain cooperation of others.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 10+ years in a related field.
• Professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 25 procurement professionals and manage an annual budget.
• Establish objectives and develop processes to meet goals.
• Provide leadership to execute procurement programs and oversee strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Review and approve high dollar Purchase Orders and contracts.
• Counsel UC Irvine executive management on procurement matters.
• Manage recruitment, evaluation, training, mentoring and staff development.

Skills

Purchasing leadership

Vendor negotiation

Strong communication

Staff management

Strategic sourcing

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience

Job description

University of California, Irvine seeks a senior procurement leader to guide a 25-person team, oversee budgets, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. You will establish objectives, develop processes, and provide executive counsel on complex procurement matters.

The role requires a deep understanding of purchasing practices, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage staff performance and development in a fast-paced academic environment.