Director of Procurement Services
- Employer
- Alcorn State University
- Location
- Mississippi, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 24, 2022
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Director of Procurement Services
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
Finance & Administration Department
Job Summary
The Director of Procurement Services is responsible for the direction, coordination, and evaluation of all procurement services departments.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of tax requirements for reporting vendor and student payments to the IRS .
Ability to effectively analyze data and queries, think critically and make independent decisions.
Knowledge and possession of high professional standards and a personal code of ethics characterized by honesty, integrity, openness, and fairness.
Ability to lead a team of professional staff, serve as an internal resource and work closely with a wide array of faculty, staff and/or administrators.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
A willingness and passion to learn new hardware and software systems.
Ability to work part of a team or alone without close supervision.
Ability to use Banner ERP systems, Microsoft Office.
Essential Job Functions
Develop and execute procurement and payable strategies to create purchase discipline throughout the University to maximize cost savings and efficiency. Execute, communicate, and enforce procurement and accounts payable policies and procedures to support strategy. Trains and supervises staff in the procurement services departments.
Ensure month-end and year-end closure of all procurement services processes.
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality with discretion and good judgement.
Must be service oriented, adaptable and open to change as the financial services departments evolve.
Ensure year tax statements are issued to vendors and students including timely filing with the appropriate taxing authorities.
Ensure monthly reconciliation of all travel and purchasing card statements to the general ledger.
Other Duties:
Assist with the implementation, testing and maintenance of Banner Systems.
Work closely with CITS personnel when necessary to explore new Banner functions.
Use judgment in communicating issues to supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor degree and three years’ work experience in business related environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
A minimum of 5 – 10 years of management experience preferably in higher education or other non-profit environment.
Knowledge of financial management experience, effective business practices, contract management/negotiation skills and risk management.
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Business Administration MBA )
10 years of management experience. Experience in Banner or similar ERP System. Proficiency in the use of computerized accounting systems, integrated computer systems. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Products, Word, and Excel.
Licensing and Certifications
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Travel
Extended Work Hours
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S687
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
03/25/2021
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA / ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Job Title
Director of Procurement Services
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
Finance & Administration Department
Job Summary
The Director of Procurement Services is responsible for the direction, coordination, and evaluation of all procurement services departments.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of tax requirements for reporting vendor and student payments to the IRS .
Ability to effectively analyze data and queries, think critically and make independent decisions.
Knowledge and possession of high professional standards and a personal code of ethics characterized by honesty, integrity, openness, and fairness.
Ability to lead a team of professional staff, serve as an internal resource and work closely with a wide array of faculty, staff and/or administrators.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
A willingness and passion to learn new hardware and software systems.
Ability to work part of a team or alone without close supervision.
Ability to use Banner ERP systems, Microsoft Office.
Essential Job Functions
Develop and execute procurement and payable strategies to create purchase discipline throughout the University to maximize cost savings and efficiency. Execute, communicate, and enforce procurement and accounts payable policies and procedures to support strategy. Trains and supervises staff in the procurement services departments.
Ensure month-end and year-end closure of all procurement services processes.
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality with discretion and good judgement.
Must be service oriented, adaptable and open to change as the financial services departments evolve.
Ensure year tax statements are issued to vendors and students including timely filing with the appropriate taxing authorities.
Ensure monthly reconciliation of all travel and purchasing card statements to the general ledger.
Other Duties:
Assist with the implementation, testing and maintenance of Banner Systems.
Work closely with CITS personnel when necessary to explore new Banner functions.
Use judgment in communicating issues to supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor degree and three years’ work experience in business related environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
A minimum of 5 – 10 years of management experience preferably in higher education or other non-profit environment.
Knowledge of financial management experience, effective business practices, contract management/negotiation skills and risk management.
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Business Administration MBA )
10 years of management experience. Experience in Banner or similar ERP System. Proficiency in the use of computerized accounting systems, integrated computer systems. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Products, Word, and Excel.
Licensing and Certifications
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Travel
Extended Work Hours
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S687
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
03/25/2021
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA / ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
Company
A great educational choice, Alcorn State University in Mississippi is a place of purpose, history, and discovery, and the nation's oldest, land-grant HBCU
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