Director, Strategic Sourcing at InsideHigherEd

Director, Strategic Sourcing🔍Houston, Texas, 3100 MainNew📁Managerial & Professional📅250029T Requisition #📅6 hours ago Post DateJob SummaryProvides strategic leadership and oversight of the sourcing function, ensuring transparent, compliant and effective procurement practices. Develops and implement sourcing strategies aligned with institutional goals and financial goals, while ensuring adherence to Board policies, laws and regulations. Drives continuous improvement across all sourcing operations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSServe as the primary liaison on strategic sourcing matters with senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and external partners, and cooperative purchasing programs, ensuring contract compliance and maximizing collective buying power.Review and approve solicitation documents, evaluation criteria, contract terms, and award recommendations to ensure alignment with institutional goals.Oversee supplier logistics and inventory-related sourcing strategies to minimize supply chain disruptions, reduce stockouts, control inventory costs.Establish benching frameworks to evaluate sourcing performance against peer institutions and consortia, identifying areas for continuous improvement.Promote fair and transparent sourcing processes that emphasize small business inclusion while fostering strong supplier relationships aligned with institutional goals, sustainability initiatives, and long-term value creation.Apply lifecycle cost analysis to evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO), beyond initial purchase price to support long-term financial planning.Champion innovation, technology adoption, and continuous process improvements to enhance sourcing and operational efficiency by conducting market and industry analysis to identify sourcing opportunities, supplier innovations, and emerging best practices.Assist with managing supplier performance, including KPIs for quality, delivery, service levels, and compliance with contract terms.Lead the development and presentation of strategic sourcing reports, performance dashboards, and Board agenda items.Collaborate with Finance, Facilities, Information Technology, and academic divisions to forecast demand and align sourcing strategies with institutional priorities.Assist with developing and enforcing contract risk mitigation strategies, including indemnification clauses, insurance requirements, performance bonds, and remedies for non-performance. Lead cost optimization efforts by consolidating spending, streamlining the supplier base, and leveraging cooperative purchasing programs.Maintain expert-level knowledge of procurement regulations, codes, and industry standards, and ensure staff adherence to compliance requirements.Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience · Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required · 7 years management experience Purchasing/Procurement and Materials Management required Licensing & Certification · Valid Texas Driver License · Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO); or Institute of Supply Management (ISM) certification as a Certified Purchasing Management (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or equivalent certification required. · Applicants who do not currently have certification will be considered provided they agree to obtain the certification within 18 months post-employmentSpecial Skills · MS Office Programs · Information Management Systems · Budget Management · Small Business Development Program · State Procurement Policies and Regulations · State and Federal Guidelines Competencies · Delivering High Quality Work· Accepting Responsibility· Serving Customers· Supporting Organizational Goals· Driving Continuous Improvement· Acting with Integrity· Thinking Critically· Managing Change· Communicating EffectivelyWorking ConditionsGeneral Office.Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner.Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.SECURITY SENSITIVE:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 The OrganizationHouston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.The TeamPlay a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.LocationHouston is a city with limitless possibilities:Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines. If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. EEO Statement Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX CoordinatorOffice of Equal Opportunity and Title IXPO Box 667517 Houston TX, 77266713 718.8271 or [email protected] HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.