Director of Procurement

Director Of Procurement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) has an exciting career opportunity for a Director of Procurement to oversee the university's procurement of goods and services. This is a full-time, exempt position with full benefits. The Director of Procurement will report to the Vice President of Administrative Affairs. As part of the University System of Maryland (USM), the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a state assisted institution with an enrollment of 2500+ students. The institution is located in Princess Anne, on the eastern shore of Maryland.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and direction through management of a comprehensive and coordinated program of procurement, inventory, and materials control activities including purchasing, property control, surplus property, receiving, sales acquisitions, insurance and contract administration.
• Develops, recommends, and administer policies, procedures, and processes for the university procurement and contracting services, implements and monitors compliance with approved policies, procedures, and processes, enduring alignment with the university's mission, values, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Represents the university in coordinating bids, awards of contracts and open market purchases processed. Conduct pre-bids, bid openings, pre- award and post-award conferences.
• Reviews and administers contracts, service level agreements and MOU's.
• Maintains supervisory responsibilities for the Purchasing department and ensures departmental personnel are continually providing the best available service to customers.
• Acts as liaison with university departments, external agencies and organizations.
• Oversees and maintains responsibility for the VISA Purchasing Card Program.
• Ensures University policies and procedures are in compliance with Federal and State rules and regulations.
• Prepares a variety of quarterly and annual reports pertinent to departmental operations.
• Develops/recommends strategies and processes that improve quality and efficiencies.
• Develops and implements standards and systems for streamlining procurement processes for all procurement objectives.
• Ensures integrity of all procurement processes.
• Prepares all requests for Board of Public Works.
• Responds to all complaints made by vendors regarding purchase orders and bid Awards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with four years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, supply services or business.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Must possess tact, persuasiveness, sound judgment, and integrity.
• Strong Leadership and motivational capabilities.
• Strong attention to details.

Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $130,000

EEO Statement: UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement: It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.