Director of Procurement- Elm City Communities
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Job Location:
New Haven, CT - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 97390 - 125000
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Senior Vice President of Finance IT and Administration the Procurement Director oversees all procurement and contracting functions for the agency ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while managing operations with significant financial and organizational impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Policy Development
Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field required; advanced degree and/or additional professional training preferred
Experience: Six to ten years of progressively responsible contracting or procurement experience including minimum four years in a supervisory capacity (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Required Knowledge & Skills:
Under the direction of the Senior Vice President of Finance IT and Administration the Procurement Director oversees all procurement and contracting functions for the agency ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while managing operations with significant financial and organizational impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Policy Development
- Provide strategic procurement guidance innovative solutions and technical expertise to agency leadership
- Develop recommend and administer procurement policies and procedures in compliance with federal (HUD/FAR) and state statutes and regulations
- Maintain current knowledge of government contract law and procurement best practices
- Plan and direct agency-wide procurement activities for all departments including Property Management Modernization Real Estate Development Social Services Finance Human Resources Information Technology Legal Services and Section 8 Programs
- Manage competitive solicitations including Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs)
- Develop negotiate and administer contracts subcontracts memoranda of agreement and cooperative agreements
- Review specifications cost estimates performance requirements and delivery schedules
- Process contract modifications amendments extensions and closeouts
- Oversee purchase order processes and procurement software systems
- Ensure compliance with HUD Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Connecticut procurement regulations and agency policies
- Consult with legal counsel on contract interpretation and regulatory compliance
- Monitor Section 3 Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage compliance
- Coordinate with and respond to auditors regarding procurement activities
- Conduct dispute resolution hearings for claims protests and appeals
- Review contractual terms to identify legal risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Maintain vendor registration system and cultivate professional supplier relationships
- Conduct outreach to maximize vendor participation with emphasis on Minority Women Resident and Section 3 businesses
- Coordinate pre-proposal conferences and proposal evaluations
- Provide training to vendors on agency procurement policies and procedures
- Maintain and organize comprehensive procurement files contract documents and compliance records
- Prepare regular reports on procurement activities contract status and planning metrics for management and Board of Commissioners
- Manage tracking and safekeeping of small and attractive assets and inventory
- Update procurement information on agency website
- Develop and deliver procurement training for agency employees across all divisions
- Supervise evaluate and mentor assigned procurement staff
- Manage information technology needs for the procurement division
Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field required; advanced degree and/or additional professional training preferred
Experience: Six to ten years of progressively responsible contracting or procurement experience including minimum four years in a supervisory capacity (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Required Knowledge & Skills:
- Public Housing Agency (PHA) or government contracting environment
- Federal and state procurement regulations and contract law
- Solicitation techniques negotiation and dispute mediation
- Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software systems
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced decentralized environment
- Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) OR
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) OR
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) OR
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Category Management
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Financial Acumen
- HR Sourcing
- Procurement Management
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- negotiation
- Contracts
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