Manager - Procurement

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

The Manager of Procurement is responsible for leading a team of procurement specialists to develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives that support the institution's educational and operational objectives. This role includes overseeing vendor selection and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, and fostering collaborative relationships across departments to optimize resource allocation and enhance institutional performance.

Job Duty 1 - Lead a team of procurement professionals by providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations to foster a high-performing and collaborative work environment.

Job Duty 2 - Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans that align with the institution's goals and effectively address the needs of various departments.

Job Duty 3 - Oversee the evaluation and selection of suppliers by conducting thorough market research and analysis to ensure the best quality and value for the institution.

Job Duty 4 - Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing, thereby maximizing the institution's financial resources.

Job Duty 5 - Monitor compliance with procurement policies and regulations, ensuring that all purchasing activities adhere to institutional guidelines and legal requirements.

Job Duty 6 - Analyze procurement data and metrics to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for process improvement within the procurement function.

Job Duty 7 - Facilitate training sessions for team members and other stakeholders to enhance their understanding of procurement processes, tools, and compliance requirements.

Job Duty 8 - Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior management that detail procurement activities, budget performance, and strategic recommendations for future initiatives.

Job Duty 9 - Collaborate with department heads to understand their procurement needs, providing expert guidance on best practices and efficient purchasing processes.

Job Duty 10 - Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience.

Required Experience
5 years of relevant experience; 3 years of supervisory knowledge.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience.

Skills
This job requires working knowledge of IT, scientific and technical procurement. Additionally, skills in supervision, organization, communications, problem solving and negotiation are required.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.

A successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit: https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest