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Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing (Power Plant)
Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing (Power Plant)UMass Med School • Worcester, MA, United States
Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing (Power Plant)

Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing (Power Plant)

UMass Med School • Worcester, MA, United States
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Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing (Power Plant)

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US-MA-Worcester

Job Location

2 weeks ago (11 / 25 / 2025 7 : 56 AM)

Requisition Number

2025-48802

# of Openings

Posted Date

Day

Shift

Exempt

Exempt / Non-Exempt Status

Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the general direction of the Sr. Director, Facilities Administration and Operations the Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Power Plant will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the contracts and procurement activities for the Power Plant team. Provides general direction to and review of staff in the finance and accounting area within the context and approval of university standards. Position will be responsible for preparing compliance reports to local, state and Federal agencies.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Partners with vendors and suppliers to provide existing & planned purchase commitments that support the operations of the Power Plant to maintain operating budget compliance.

  • Supports the drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing agreements with suppliers. Including master service agreements, statements of work, amendments, and the review, preparation, & analysis of requests for proposals (RFPs).
  • Manages a portfolio of supplier agreements, while maintaining supplier relations and adhering to UPST policies and guidelines; including negotiating price discounts on proposed volume and monitoring supplier performance to ensure products are of appropriate quality and delivered in timely manner.
  • Leads the activities related to supplier contracts & procurement, while supporting finance in inventory control & management efforts.
  • Responsible for the Power Plant inventory month end related close process and related activities.
  • Identifies and evaluates fundamental areas for improvement to support efforts of streamlining operations and improving reporting to senior leadership. Directs development and implementation of appropriate value-added new systems and policies.
  • Develops and maintains strategic relationships within UMass Chan Medical School to maximize system efficiencies.
  • Maintains effective communication and relationships internally and externally on behalf of UMass Chan Medical School.
  • Maintains up to date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
  • Provides technical guidance to department personnel.
  • Performs additional job-related duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Requires a bachelor's degree discipline with a minimum 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent, including management experience.
  • PeopleSoft experience preferred.
  • Experience in working with inventory management systems, inventory and manufacturing experience required.
  • Prior experience of working successfully in a supervisory / management role required. Demonstrated success in managing staff performance. Ability to motivate staff to work effectively and hold staff accountable to individual and departmental goals.
  • Excellent critical thinking, time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Possesses strong attention to detail, ability to maintain accurate records and excellent proofreading skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with others internally (up, down, and laterally) and externally to the organization.
  • Requires ability to work flexible and, at times, extended hours to meet the business needs.
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