Strategic Procurement Lead — Complex Sourcing & Contracts

C001 Dallas College; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking a Staff-level procurement professional to manage complex sourcing, vendor relationships, and contract administration across multiple campuses. You will oversee bid processes, supplier evaluations, and ensure compliance with state statutes and college procurement policies.

The role emphasizes strategic purchasing, cost control, and collaboration with internal partners to secure goods and services efficiently while safeguarding college resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related experience.
• Official transcripts are required.
• Must possess a current and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Experience with Workday and or Strategic Sourcing or other procurement and contracting solutions.
• Knowledge of procurement business software applications.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiates bid/proposal/quote processes for services, supplies, construction, and equipment.
• Prepares and processes purchasing forms and validates documentation.
• Resolves PO/contract disputes and discrepancies related to delivery and compliance.
• Stays current on legal, regulatory and industry changes affecting procurement.
• Selects suppliers and secures quotations using bid/proposal processes; assists with supplier registration in Workday/Strategic Sourcing.
• Conducts bid openings, tabulates results, and prepares bids/proposals for evaluation.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Workday eProcurement

Policy adherence

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years experience

Tools

Workday

Strategic Sourcing

Job description

Dallas College is seeking a Staff-level procurement professional to manage complex sourcing, vendor relationships, and contract administration across multiple campuses. You will oversee bid processes, supplier evaluations, and ensure compliance with state statutes and college procurement policies.

The role emphasizes strategic purchasing, cost control, and collaboration with internal partners to secure goods and services efficiently while safeguarding college resources.