Seminole State College of Florida is seeking a strategic and collaborative procurement leader to serve as our Director of Procurement. This position oversees the College's purchasing, mail services, and centralized receiving operations while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and College regulations.
The Director of Procurement plays a key role in supporting the College's mission by leading procurement initiatives, managing competitive solicitations, overseeing construction-related purchasing activities, and developing strong partnerships across the institution and with external vendors.
What You'll Do
- Lead and oversee all procurement, purchasing, mail, and centralized receiving operations.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and College procurement regulations and policies.
- Manage procurement activities for construction, renovation, and remodeling projects.
- Direct formal competitive solicitation processes, including Invitations to Bid (ITBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and related procurement methods.
- Oversee public-private partnership solicitations and cooperative purchasing programs.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop procurement staff.
- Review, negotiate, and monitor vendor contracts and supplier performance.
- Collaborate with Legal Affairs on contractual agreements and maintain the College's contract management system.
- Prepare reports and agenda items for the District Board of Trustees and assist with presentations as needed.
- Develop and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Deliver training and guidance to College employees regarding purchasing procedures and internal controls.
- Monitor and submit required procurement reports, including state and federal reporting requirements.
- Manage departmental budgets, strategic initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, and external partners.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
- Five (5) years of professional procurement or purchasing experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience in procurement.
- Three (3) years of procurement experience within higher education, government, or another public-sector environment.
- Experience using ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, Ellucian, Jenzabar, SAP, or similar platforms.
- Experience managing federal or state grant-funded purchases.
- Professional procurement certification such as CPM, CPPM, CPPO, CPPB, or equivalent.
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
- Expertise in procurement practices, contract administration, and vendor management.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Work Environment
- Primarily office-based environment.
- Travel between campuses and occasional out-of-state travel may be required.
- Flexible schedule, including occasional evening or weekend responsibilities.
- Extended periods of computer use and desk work.
Salary, Benefits & Perks
Starting salary: $79,380+, commensurate with education and experience.
Seminole State College offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Flexible work options with a 37.5-hour work week
- Generous paid time off, including holidays, annual leave, sick leave, and College breaks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Wellness incentives and complimentary membership to the Raider Fitness Center
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation and additional retirement options
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition assistance benefits
- Free on-campus parking
Join a college recognized for excellence and innovation and help support student success through strategic procurement leadership.
Pay: From $79,380.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Purchasing: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
