Associate Director of Procurement

Towson University is currently accepting applications for an Associate Director of Procurement. This position performs all aspects of highly complex procurement activities in support of all University department with focus/emphasis on construction and facilities maintenance services. Duties include the full range of procurement activities from initial planning through contract formation and award while applying IT expertise to solve business problems and improve operational efficiency. This role acts for the Procurement Director in his/her absence and has functional responsibility for Stratus (Oracle Cloud) Purchasing, Contracts, Receiving, Workflow, Security, year-end processing, and training. 

Telework may be available for this position up to two days per week following the completion of 90 days of service in good standing.

Responsibilities and Duties

• The Associate Director of Procurement supervises various buying staff and manages the day-to-day activities of the procurement Department.
• Coordinates procurement planning and execution with Procurement Director. Advises/guides buyers and University faculty and staff on the most appropriate and practical approach to completing each project, including the most appropriate procurement method.
• Prepares contract and solicitation documents necessary to conduct the widest range of procurement and contracting practices permitted by applicable law and policy. Solicits bids and proposals, conducts pre-bid meetings, and bid openings, and prepares all correspondence and documents necessary for final contract award, including submission to the Board of Public Works, the University System Office and the Board of Regents.
• Reviews supplier bids/proposals and contracts for appropriateness and compliance with terms and conditions. Regularly involved in negotiations relating to a variety of contracts, including, but not limited to, capital construction/renovations, facilities maintenance, complex services, commodities, and information technology.
• Leads and manages IT-related initiatives in Procurement including business process design and requirements identification, system testing, fit/gap analysis and issue resolution, preparation of end-user documentation and training, and execution of other conversion activities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree and five years procurement experience; preferably public procurement, procurement of construction and facilities maintenance with two years experience at management/supervisory level.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines and work independently, with consultative supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, including high-level public meetings.
• Competence in analyzing data to improve department management and institutional compliance. Skill in managing staff and resolving differences among diverse groups. High-level decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of public procurement law, principles, and best practices for contract administration and supply chain management. Experience managing project budgets and schedules.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the higher education setting, particularly with capital projects (construction and facilities maintenance) and information technology. Ability to work with construction and IT industry professionals to develop and manage contracts and assure adherence to terms and conditions.
• Knowledge and understanding of MD procurement law and Board of Public Works advisories, as well as USM Procurement Policies & Procedures preferred.
• CPPO, C.P.M, CPSM Certifications or obtaining certifications within 2 years of hire is also preferred.

Salary and Benefits 

Salary starting at $105,000, salary commensurate on experience, and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 15 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here . TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here .

This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application. 

The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors has been our top priority and the focus of every one of our decisions since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the University System of Maryland (USM) has strongly encouraged full COVID vaccination and up-to-date booster shots (when eligible) for all faculty, staff, and students at all schools in the USM as both a reasonable and necessary means of protecting our health and safety.

About Towson University

The largest comprehensive university in the Baltimore area, Towson University is nationally recognized for its excellent programs in the arts and sciences, communications, business, health professions, education, fine arts and computer information systems. Located in suburban Towson, eight miles north of Baltimore, our beautifully landscaped, 328-acre setting offers a pleasant environment for study and a diverse campus life, as well as easy access to a wealth of university and community resources. Towson University's educational experience branches out to off-campus locations throughout Maryland, including a number of online options. Our many interdisciplinary partnerships with public and private organizations throughout Maryland provide opportunities for research, internships and jobs. Towson University is a founding member of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU).