Temporary Director, Procurement (Advisor)

ci2; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

ci2 is seeking a Temporary Director, Procurement in Nashville, TN to oversee MNAA's public procurement program. This role involves providing strategic leadership, supporting audit readiness, and enhancing procurement efficiency while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience in public procurement, excellent communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Relocation assistance may be offered for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in public procurement or contract administration.
• Experience leading procurement operations in a public-sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of public procurement laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement operations and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Lead contract lifecycle activities from solicitation to closeout.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership on procurement matters.

Skills

Public procurement expertise

Contract management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, finance, procurement, or law

Job description

Job Summary

The Temporary Director, Procurement (Advisor) will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of MNAA’s public procurement program, ensuring compliant, transparent, and efficient acquisition of goods and services. The role will oversee the procurement staff, contract administration activities, and procurement policies, and will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and key stakeholders. The Director/Advisor will support audit readiness and continuous improvement.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level guidance to ensure procurement policies and practices align with MNAA governance requirements, public procurement laws, and organizational objectives.
• Oversee procurement operations to ensure fair, transparent, and compliant solicitation, evaluation, and award processes.
• Ensure consistent application of procurement policies, regulatory compliance, and internal controls to mitigate organizational and audit risk.
• Lead and oversee contract lifecycle activities, including solicitation development, contract execution, interpretation, monitoring, amendments, and closeout.
• Strengthen vendor accountability and performance management within a public‑sector procurement framework.
• Support budget planning and fiscal oversight related to procurement planning, contract expenditures, and public accountability.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to procurement staff to build capability, consistency, and professionalism.
• Evaluate and enhance procurement processes to improve efficiency, documentation, and transparency.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders on procurement policy, governance, and compliance matters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., public administration, business, finance, procurement, or law).
• 4–7 years of progressively responsible experience in public procurement, purchasing, or contract administration.
• Demonstrated experience leading or advising procurement operations in a public‑sector or highly regulated environment.
• Strong working knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, and governance requirements at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Proven experience managing the full contract lifecycle, including solicitation, negotiation, execution, and administration.
• Ability to effectively engage executive leadership, governing boards, legal counsel, and external stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen related to public spending, budget oversight, and fiscal accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information to executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting procurement functions within an airport authority, transportation agency, or other public entity.
• Familiarity with procurement or financial systems used in public‑sector environments.
• Experience advising leadership during organizational transitions, audits, or periods of change.
• Demonstrated success strengthening procurement governance, policy compliance, and internal controls.
• Deep understanding of public‑sector decision‑making environments and stakeholder dynamics.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
• Certified Professional Buyer (CPPB)
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.