Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Services; UPDATED
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Management
Operations Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Corporate Strategy, Supply Chain & Logistics -
Business
Operations Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Corporate Strategy, Supply Chain & Logistics
Location: Northern
Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Services (UPDATED)
Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Services (UPDATED)
Position Highlights
Please Note:
The Rate of Pay section has been updated from "DOE" to reflect "$117,883 - $153,248" and the Department Name has been updated from "Procure to Pay Operations" to "Sourcing & Contracting".
This position is a leader in the University of Arizona Supply Chain organization, directly overseeing the Strategic Sourcing and Contracting Services units. With support and guidance from the CPO, this role directs and develops the universities’ strategic sourcing and contracting strategy with specific focus on category management, contract lifecycle management, contract negotiations, spend analytics, strategic supplier partnerships, contract lifecycle management, risk management, and supplier partner performance.
When you join our team, you will be part of a smart, driven team that thrives on solving complex problems. This position manages personnel, data, and processes associated with the Finance & Budget Division. Critical reporting and analysis processes of the Division include, but are not limited to:
University leadership strategic reporting analysis and decision-support, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, the annual All Funds planning process, the Annual Operating Budget, Bond Issuance, Payroll, student billing and collection, and strategic business operations support.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Management:- Provide high-level direction and strategic planning and research for the university’s strategic sourcing and contracting functions, ensuring units are aligned with institutional goals and objectives.
- Lead and manage a team of strategic sourcing and contracting professionals through direct and indirect supervision, ensuring high performance, professional development, and operational excellence.
- Oversee comprehensive analysis of university spend categories and purchasing patterns to identify and promote strategic sourcing opportunities and leverage university buying power shifting buying behaviors to strategic partners.
- Develop and implement comprehensive policies, strategies, and best practices that support the efficient and compliant execution of strategic sourcing and contracting functions.
- Support the oversight of the university’s supply chain functions ensuring adherence to state, federal, and university regulations.
- Lead the design, planning, and execution of strategic sourcing and contracting services initiatives to achieve operational excellence, transformational change, and cost savings for the institution.
- Lead the implementation of advanced technologies and process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery for strategic sourcing and contracting functions.
- Serve as a university authority on procurement, vendor relationships, ensuring best practices in strategic sourcing, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensure the university’s compliance with procurement laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Act as a key advisor to CPO, offering strategic insights on strategic sourcing and contracting strategies, category management, and risk mitigation to optimize institutional resources.
- Represent the university in high-level negotiations and partnerships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers, ensuring maximum value and service to the institution.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to support category management, recommend and execute strategic sourcing…
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