DIRECTOR / CONTRACTING & PURCHASING SERVICES
Position Number: S-3968
Position Summary:
Responsible for the administration, operation and direction of activities associated with Contracting and Purchasing Services, University Stores, and Central Mailroom. Plans, develops and implements policies and practices related to contracting and purchasing of machinery, equipment, raw materials, software, leases, vehicles, furniture, contractual services and supplies necessary for the operation of the University.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree.
Five years increasingly relevant professional experience with at least two years in a management position.
Experience in the area of purchasing services or contract negotiations.
Demonstrated ability to organize and direct the work activities of others.
Ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
Demonstrated ability to project a positive attitude through excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree;
Purchasing certification such as CPP or CPSM or similar.
Experience with contract development, review and related legal issues.
Experience with SAP or other integrated enterprise purchasing, logistics and/or accounting system.
Experience in higher education environment.
Experience in a unionized environment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Plans, develops and implements policies and procedures related to various functions of Contracting & Purchasing Services.
Manages staff responsible for contracting, purchasing, receiving, storing, moving, distributing and monitoring goods and services for the University.
Ensures compliance with contracting authority on the University Contract Review Policy and Process.
Oversees and conducts competitive proposals and bidding process.
Collaborates with and guides University departments through the RFI and RFP processes.
Negotiates competitive contracts with vendors.
Manages supplier relationships.
Prepares cost analyses on university spend and contracts.
Supports feasibility studies on proposed projects.
Monitors and coordinates grant funded activities as they relate to purchasing.
Monitors and communicates applicable local, state, and federal statutes and administrative regulations to ensure compliance.
Leads process changes to improve efficiency and to better utilize University resources.
Acts as liaison between University departments and vendors/suppliers.
Coordinates and prioritizes work activities for the Contracting and Purchasing Services units.
Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities.
Maintains department budgets.
Manages other special projects as assigned.
Supervision Exercised:
Supervisors are expected to support the Leadership Standards of Central Michigan University and foster a culture that inspires excellence. The Leadership Standards define how we lead and treat others on our team. As leaders, it is our responsibility to seek input from our teams to continuously improve our leadership abilities and our demonstration of the standards. Additionally, it is our responsibility to encourage and support the growth and development of those whom we lead. At CMU, we encourage employees to grow both personally and professionally, and thus advance CMU's culture of excellence.
Employee Group: Professional & Administrative -Salary
Staff Pay Level:
Pay Range: $110,000 - $125,000
Division: Finance and Administrative Services
Department: Contracting & Purchasing Services
Position Status: Regular
Position End Date:
Employment Status: Full-Time
FTE: 1.0
Position Type: 12 month
Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed
Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
This position will remain open until filled. The university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials by September 30th, 2026.
To apply, visit https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/45422
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