Director, Materials Management

Position Title Director, Materials Management Position Number 000211 Department Materials Management - 415200 Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors. Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or other directly related field is required.
• The candidate must have five years of senior managerial procurement experience, preferably in higher education, along with five years of direct supervisory experience.
• Other requirements include a demonstrated leadership ability that includes practicing acceptance of diversity and inclusion, excellent oral and written communication skills to relate effectively to departments, vendors, and employees; and excellent leadership skills.
• Candidates with knowledge of the North Carolina State Purchasing Policies, administering PCard program, experience with Banner ERP System, and Jagger (formerly SciQuest) Higher Markets e-procurement solutions will be given preference.

License/Certification Required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Materials Management Division is a unit reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration in the Finance and Operations Division. It consists of the Purchasing Department, Central Warehouse, and Surplus Property.

The unit is responsible for procuring, receiving, inventory control, and disposition of all commodities and services for the University while abiding by applicable North Carolina General Statutes, Federal procurement and grant requirements, the North Carolina Administrative Code, the Division of Purchase and Contract Purchasing Manual, North Carolina State Auditors and other applicable state regulatory agencies.

The Director is responsible for reviewing and approving solicitations for contract awards and the procurement of state property and services. The position also provides oversight for the central warehouse functions, surplus property operations, and University Purchasing Card (P-Card) Program. Suggested Salary Range $90,000-$110,000 Physical Demands of Position
Normal office activity. Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Director of Human Resources/ EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187

Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144

ADA /504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056 Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community. Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/34700 Posting Number 201500974P