Job Title: Procurement Director

ResponsibilitiesPlan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the performance and operation of Purchasing Services, Asset Management, Central Receiving, Mailroom, and Reprographics.Lead, mentor, and develop the Procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.Set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews.Develop and execute procurement strategies that support the objectives.Collaborate with the Vice President for Finance and senior leadership to align procurement initiatives with the goals.Monitor market trends and provide potential opportunities for effectiveness and efficiency improvements.Review, analyze, and advise on technical and specialized procurements and on adherence to federal contract and grant requirements.Coordinate with Federal granting offices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements associated with procurement.Provide assistance to the faculty, project researchers, and administrators in preparing requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, justifications, bids, and quotations.Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate agreements to ensure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.Monitor supplier performance and correct as needed.Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies.Collaborate in the procurement process for capital projects.Review the annual budget for Procurement Services.Essential SkillsProcurementVendor managementSupply chain management5 years in a leadership rolePublic purchasing principles and practicesProven managerial skills in purchasing, data collection, vendor selection, and review of contractsContract managementPurchasingBuyer purchasingForecastingAdditional Skills & QualificationsStrong negotiation and contract management skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsGood computer skills necessary to set up document formats in Word, Excel, and any other software programs required in this positionEffective communication skills, both oral and writtenAbility to effectively interact with administrators, faculty, and staffMust maintain a customer service approachAbility to make independent judgments/decisionsPay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $145000.00 - $150000.00

Great benefits going direct, offers full suite of benefits, team stays for a long time with a great team with great tenure

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Ontario,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Feb 1, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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