Strategic Purchasing & Contracts Leader (Hybrid)

The Graduate Center, City University of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Center, City University of New York, invites applications for a Director of Purchasing and Contracts in the Business Office. The role oversees procurement for the GC, ASRC, and Macaulay Honors College, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with eight years of related experience and a strong working knowledge of NYS/NYC purchasing, CUNY systems, and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and eight years of related experience.
• Solid understanding of contracting.
• Experience with NYS/NYC purchasing rules preferred.
• Public higher education experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees purchasing and contracting operations for GC, ASRC, and Macaulay Honors College.
• Directs staff of three in purchase orders and related processes.
• Leads procurement for DASNY projects and capital spending.
• Represents the office in contracts with college departments and external agencies.
• Ensures compliance with NYS and CUNY procurement policies.
• Manages board resolutions for large contracts.

Skills

Contracting

Public higher education

Written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Jagger Purchasing system

Workday Financial System

Job description

The Graduate Center, City University of New York, invites applications for a Director of Purchasing and Contracts in the Business Office. The role oversees procurement for the GC, ASRC, and Macaulay Honors College, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with eight years of related experience and a strong working knowledge of NYS/NYC purchasing, CUNY systems, and contract administration.