Director, Procurement

Make a difference at one of Florida's premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.

The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly's deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

Responsibilities:

• Provides daily management and supervision of Procurement operations, ensuring appropriate and consistent interpretation of and compliance with State procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Identifies and drives high-impact opportunities to improve, promote, develop, and implement procurement processes which meet the needs of the University.
• Oversees campus-wide office supplies account.
• Oversees the University's competitive solicitation processes (RFP's, RFI's, ITNs, and ITBs) and contract review.
• Ensures all required goods, services, and equipment required by departments are obtained in the most cost-effective and timely manner.
• Interviews and negotiates with vendors and other representatives regarding prices, trade discounts, and deliverables.
• Represents the Procurement Department in vendor disputes and protest hearings.
• Responds to audit comments with recommended changes and ensures implementation of those changes. Works with external auditors to address concerns, prepare responses, resolve issues, and correct internal procedures as needed.
• Manages year-end processes and procedures to ensure procurement-relevant documents are closed, and postings are finalized on time.
• Develops and provides training to departments on procurement regulatory requirements, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and authorizes procurement contracts, purchase orders, and other procurement-related documents.
• Oversees Supplier/Vendor programming, including the organization of MWBE activities as well as data accumulation required to be reported to the state.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement services, Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• State or local government, or State University experience is required.

• In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement services
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs):

• Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing and accounting practices and terminology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contract management principles, practices, methods, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws associated with various types of contracts and liability processes.
• Ability to apply strategic thinking & creative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to build positive relationships with all levels of a diverse organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and others.
• Possesses customer service and negotiation skills to enhance the value of procurement.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead and direct the day-to-day operations of a Procurement administration department.
• Detailed knowledge of State regulatory and administrative documents, Florida codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge and background regarding Procurement Card standards and applicability.
• Strong background in strategic procurement.
• Strong leadership skills and a background in transformational leadership that inspire innovation.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

• This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute *435.04.

• This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: This position is salary exempt. The normal work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; however, occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY: $110,000 - $120,000, commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: The position may be open for 14 days; however, the review of applications will commence immediately.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
In addition to completing the online application, all applicants are required to upload the following as attachments to the application (preferably in PDF format):

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Three (3) Professional References

If any of these three items are not included, you will not be considered for the position.
References will not be contacted unless you are selected as a finalist for the position.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click Here for more information.

OTHER BENEFITS

• Discounts & Perks

• Annual Leave

• • To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.

• Sick Leave

• • Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.

• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute*435.04.