University of Utah
Chief Procurement Officer/Associate Controller
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Chief Procurement Officer/Associate Controller
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Chief Procurement Officer/Associate Controller
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Job Summary Direct/manage/supervise component purchasing specialists and procurement specialists. Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures. Collaborate with other departments to prioritize procurement needs. Evaluate results within units to determine if university objectives are being met. Analyze and resolve procurement issues such as budget impact, investigation of supply sources, proposals, bids, etc. May act as first point of contact for outside vendors in the absence of a dedicated Vendor Relations specialist. Second-level director. Lead the work of functional area(s) through subordinate directors. Assist executives in defining university goals and strategic plans. Expert knowledge with comprehensive understanding of the university and functional area(s).
For more information please visit:
Chief Procurement Profile
Benefits Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah:
benefits.utah.edu
Responsibilities
Direct, manage, and supervise component purchasing specialists and procurement specialists.
Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures.
Collaborate with other departments to prioritize procurement needs.
Evaluate results within units to determine if university objectives are being met.
Analyze and resolve procurement issues such as budget impact, investigation of supply sources, proposals, bids, etc.
Act as first point of contact for outside vendors when no dedicated Vendor Relations specialist is available.
Lead the work of functional areas through subordinate directors.
Assist executives in defining university goals and strategic plans.
Apply expert business knowledge with comprehensive understanding of the organization and functional area(s).
Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 14 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 12 years of directly related work experience.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industry: Higher Education
Employment Details Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hybrid schedule possible.
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $160,000 - $185,000/ DOE
Close Date: 11/15/2025
Application Information To apply, visit
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190501
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Chief Procurement Officer/Associate Controller
role at
University of Utah
Job Summary Direct/manage/supervise component purchasing specialists and procurement specialists. Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures. Collaborate with other departments to prioritize procurement needs. Evaluate results within units to determine if university objectives are being met. Analyze and resolve procurement issues such as budget impact, investigation of supply sources, proposals, bids, etc. May act as first point of contact for outside vendors in the absence of a dedicated Vendor Relations specialist. Second-level director. Lead the work of functional area(s) through subordinate directors. Assist executives in defining university goals and strategic plans. Expert knowledge with comprehensive understanding of the university and functional area(s).
For more information please visit:
Chief Procurement Profile
Benefits Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah:
benefits.utah.edu
Responsibilities
Direct, manage, and supervise component purchasing specialists and procurement specialists.
Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures.
Collaborate with other departments to prioritize procurement needs.
Evaluate results within units to determine if university objectives are being met.
Analyze and resolve procurement issues such as budget impact, investigation of supply sources, proposals, bids, etc.
Act as first point of contact for outside vendors when no dedicated Vendor Relations specialist is available.
Lead the work of functional areas through subordinate directors.
Assist executives in defining university goals and strategic plans.
Apply expert business knowledge with comprehensive understanding of the organization and functional area(s).
Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 14 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 12 years of directly related work experience.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industry: Higher Education
Employment Details Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hybrid schedule possible.
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $160,000 - $185,000/ DOE
Close Date: 11/15/2025
Application Information To apply, visit
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190501
#J-18808-Ljbffr