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    Procurement Director - Chicago, United States - Catholic Charities

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    Job Summary:


    The Procurement Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the corporate procurement and material management process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services.

    In this leadership role, the successful candidate will direct the procurement of goods and services for CCAC; lead procurement processes; change and updates other procurement-related activities; develop and/or update procurement policies and procedures; and develop a centralized procurement program that will add value and efficiency to the organization.

    This role will have tactical responsibility for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and systems that support the company's acquisition and materials management of goods and services.


    Job Duties:


    Develop and communicate a procurement business plan; establish, communicate and implement long-term goals for the department to promote effectiveness and efficiency and cost savings.

    Serve as the primary contact for procurement related questions, training, policy and procedure interpretation and alignment by all departments.
    Oversee contract development and administration.
    Develop and implement procurement software and related training programs for the organization.

    Manage current procurement policies, procedures and programs with a focus on their ability to enhance organizational value and efficiency; meet regularly with respective departments regarding procurement for their understanding and/or recommendations to enhance policies, procedures and develop, communicate and implement new/revised policies, procedures and programs as needed.

    Develop a centralized procurement program that adds value and efficiency to the organization.
    Work cross departmentally with operations teams to manage product formularies.
    Continually evaluate contracts and suppliers for quality and cost performance.
    Process purchase orders; develops bids and proposals; and reconcile any invoice discrepancies.
    Other duties as assigned.


    Job Skills Qualifications:

    Preferred:
    Strong analytical and computer skills
    Strong communication skills
    Positive attitude and an exemplary team player.
    Strategic thinking with ability to influence business strategy both internal and external.
    Must be customer service-oriented and can interact with all levels of personnel, suppliers, and service providers.


    Required:
    Bachelor's degree in business-related fields like Business Management, Finance, or Accounting is preferred.
    5-7 years of professional experience
    Prior experience in procurement and purchasing required
    Results-oriented, metrics-driven leader with expertise in purchasing, supplier collaboration, development and compliance
    Experience with sourcing and procurement and building a vendor program.

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