Strategic Procurement Director — University & Consortia

Boston College; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employees

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement plans (401k/403b)

Pre-employment background checks

Job summary

Boston College is seeking an Associate Director of Procurement Services to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize costs, and drive supplier negotiations across university departments. This role oversees vendor selection, contract development, and cross-functional cost management, with a focus on innovation and value creation.

As an in-office leadership position, you will manage procurement teams, engage with consortia, and develop sourcing plans that meet department budgets.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressively responsible procurement experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize costs and improve quality.
• Develop and implement standard processes for strategic sourcing programs and vendor selection.
• Collaborate across university departments to align procurement with budgets and goals.
• Serve as primary liaison for consortium partnerships to lower costs and drive value.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Cost optimization

Vendor negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Boston College is seeking an Associate Director of Procurement Services to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize costs, and drive supplier negotiations across university departments. This role oversees vendor selection, contract development, and cross-functional cost management, with a focus on innovation and value creation.

As an in-office leadership position, you will manage procurement teams, engage with consortia, and develop sourcing plans that meet department budgets.