Strategic Director of Procurement & Sourcing

Atlanta Public Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Public Schools is seeking a Director of Procurement Services to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the District's procurement function. The role ensures ethical, compliant acquisitions aligned with fiscal objectives and district priorities.

The position leads procurement management, oversees high-risk procurements, and advises senior leadership on contracts, supplier management, and related financial matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required
• Master's degree preferred
• CPPO/CPPB/CPP/CPM certifications or equivalent preferred
• 7-10 years of progressive purchasing/procurement experience
• 5 years of supervisory or management experience
• Experience leading enterprise-wide procurement operations, preferred
• Experience in K-12 education or public sector preferred

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Procurement Governance: lead Procurement Services and set vision, priorities, and performance expectations
• Develop and implement procurement strategy to promote fiscal stewardship, competition, transparency, efficiency, and compliance
• Develop, implement, and improve procurement policies, procedures, standards, and internal controls
• Oversee budget development and administration for Procurement Services; monitor expenditures
• Manage strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost savings and value for the District
• Establish performance measures and KPIs to evaluate procurement effectiveness and efficiency
• Provide oversight of complex procurements and contracts in accordance with laws and board policy
• Advise senior leadership on procurement risks, contracts, supplier relationships, and major purchasing decisions
• Lead organizational change and talent development within Procurement Services

Skills

Strategic leadership

Procurement governance

Supplier management

Negotiation

Budgeting & financial analysis

Public procurement knowledge

Staff leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/finance/procurement/supply chain

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Atlanta Public Schools is seeking a Director of Procurement Services to provide strategic leadership and oversight for the District's procurement function. The role ensures ethical, compliant acquisitions aligned with fiscal objectives and district priorities.

The position leads procurement management, oversees high-risk procurements, and advises senior leadership on contracts, supplier management, and related financial matters.