Senior Procurement & Contracts Leader

Bowling Green State University; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowling Green State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Purchasing to lead procurement and contracting activities, overseeing competitive sourcing, construction procurement, and contract administration in line with university policy and state law.

The role uses market intelligence, data analysis, and negotiation expertise to develop strategies that achieve best value, manage risk, and strengthen campus relationships while guiding Purchasing team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 4 years in purchasing, supply chain, project management, or related field.
• Knowledge of Ohio law and higher education procurement regulations.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and administration of RFPs, RFQs, invitations to bid, and other competitive purchasing processes in accordance with policy and state law.
• Advise stakeholders on specifications, sourcing strategies, proposal evaluation, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract development to achieve best value.
• Oversee construction procurement, including bid-document preparation and award recommendations.
• Collaborate with General Counsel and other partners on complex agreements and procurement matters.
• Exercise delegated authority to sign designated lower-threshold contracts and forms; escalate matters needing legal review.
• Analyze purchasing data to evaluate category performance, policy compliance, and opportunities for improvements.
• Develop and recommend category strategies based on market conditions and stakeholder needs.
• Negotiate contracts and manage key supplier relationships; monitor performance and resolve issues.
• Direct central contract-management processes and coordinate renewals or rebids.
• Guide staff on procurement planning, policy compliance, and supplier-related matters.
• Support public-records requests and other compliance activities.

Job description

Bowling Green State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Purchasing to lead procurement and contracting activities, overseeing competitive sourcing, construction procurement, and contract administration in line with university policy and state law.

The role uses market intelligence, data analysis, and negotiation expertise to develop strategies that achieve best value, manage risk, and strengthen campus relationships while guiding Purchasing team members.