Director, Procurement

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Position:                    Director, Procurement 

Location:                   Nationwide/Remote

FLSA Status:             Exempt

Position Description   

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Leader to join UUSA. The Procurement Leader will be a key member of the Finance Team and will oversees UUSA’s sourcing capabilities and vendor management.  Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working in partnership with the General Counsel, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of all Procurement-related systems, policies, best practices and reporting in support of UUSA’s purchasing and vendor decisions.  This includes responsibility for finding and evaluating suppliers/vendors, products, and services, negotiating business terms, and acquiring the most cost-efficient solutions in a timely manner without compromising on quality or compliance.  Additionally, the Procurement Leader will work in support of the Leadership Team and other cross functional teams to drive a centralize procurement and vendor management process.  All other duties and responsibilities, as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel.

Position Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, administers, evaluates, and enhances procurement and contracting operations, including pre-qualification assessment, interview and selection processes, negotiation of business terms, and tender management, in partnership with the Director, Legal and Contract Specialist. 
• In partnership with the Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel, develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures, and processes for procurement best practices and procurement-related risk management and mitigation; implements, collaborates with Finance and Legal colleagues and monitors compliance with approved policies, procedures, and processes, ensuring alignment with Organization mission, values, goals, and objectives and local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Develops and pursues cost reduction and avoidance goals and incorporates analysis that include consideration of value, standardization, price/cost, and make/buy to negotiate terms of contractual arrangements.
• Responds to requests for information. Serves as a high-level subject matter expert (SME) providing technical guidance and direction on procurement and contracting, in partnership with Legal colleagues.
• Coordinate with Finance and Legal colleagues to ensure financial and legal obligations are met, including with regard to privacy and cybersecurity.
• Understanding current market to identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results.  Develop and implement KPI’s and other relevant metrics to measure procurement and vendor-management efficiency and ensure procurement efforts are aligned with organizational strategy.
• Developing strong relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business, including procurement, vendor onboarding, offboarding, and continual management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business management, contract management, procurement or a related field required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Industry certification such as Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIP) or other related certifications preferred.
• Strong financial acumen.
• High-level of attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional talent in negotiating and networking.
• Proficient with NetSuite and solid knowledge of supplier or third-party contract management software.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to foster strong relationships internally and externally.

Must possess current and valid US Work Authorization and be eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. UUSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at peopleandculture@unicefusa.org.