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Company

New York University · 3 days ago

Associate Director, Procurement Contract Management

New York, NY, US

Full-time, Contract

Remote

Director/Executive

$130K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of contract management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, contract strategy development, training, and team leadership.

Lead the entire contract lifecycle, from initial negotiations to execution and renewal, ensuring compliance with university policies and legal requirements while fostering positive relationships with key suppliers.

Lead strategic negotiations to secure favorable contract terms, establish supplier selection criteria, and promote collaboration to drive innovation and mutual benefits.

Act as the primary liaison for university departments and leadership, conducting needs assessments to align procurement strategies with institutional goals and engaging stakeholders in decision-making processes.

Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework, identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with procurement contracts.

Regularly collaborates with university leadership to develop procurement strategies that enhance efficiency, cost savings, and compliance while providing training programs to enhance staff capabilities and knowledge.

Inspire and motivate a team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture while setting clear performance expectations and facilitating professional growth.

Manage staffing levels and optimize resource allocation to ensure operational efficiency.

Qualification

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Required

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Law, Procurement, or a related field

10+ years of experience in contract management, procurement, or a related field, including leading a team

Experience in contract negotiation and administration with demonstrated experience negotiating multi-million dollar contracts across multiple commodities and specialized goods and services, including technology

Experience in optimizing contract management processes and associated software

Experience in developing, implementing, and optimizing procedures and processes

Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record in managing complex contracts and negotiations

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, complemented by excellent written and verbal communication skills that effectively convey goals, strategies, and direction

Highly organized with the ability to meet critical deadlines while working independently in a fast-paced environment

Proficient in managing multiple tasks and responsibilities, adept at navigating changing priorities without compromising effectiveness

Expertise in contract management software and related tools, with a demonstrated ability to handle diverse and complex categories, including facilities, services, and information technology, on a global scale

Proven capacity to make sound business decisions, applying logical thinking and exercising sound judgment

In-depth knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, and best practices, along with expertise in crafting and interpreting key performance measures

Comprehensive understanding of the entire contract administration process, ensuring efficient and effective management of contractual projects

Preferred

Master's Degree in Business Administration or Law degree

7+ years Leading contract management activities in a highly decentralized environment, encompassing complex categories such as facilities, R&D, services, and technology

Experience establishing and maintaining a comprehensive risk management framework for procurement contract activities, ensuring alignment with an organization's policies and regulatory requirements

Demonstrated expertise in leading the strategic negotiations of high-value, strategic long-term contracts with Fortune 1000 vendors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions

Experience developing and implementing strategies to engage stakeholders in procurement decision-making processes, promoting transparency and inclusivity

Experience in managing multi-national agreements that facilitate the delivery of services or goods across diverse geographies

Experience designing and implementing training programs to foster continuous improvement

Experience with Jaggaer (SciQuest contract director tool) or comparable system

Company

New York University

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New York University is a private research university that provides education in the arts and sciences, law, medicine, business, and others.

Founded in 1831

New York, New York, USA

10,001+ employees

http://www.nyu.edu

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