Director of Procurement

About the role

Job Title Director of Procurement Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Business Operations Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Kingsville, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About Texas A&M University-Kingsville Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region's premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution's 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region. Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo. For more information, click here . Position Overview The Director of Procurement provides strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for all institutional procurement, purchasing, contracting, and support service operations. Reporting to the Vice President for Finance & CFO, this position is responsible for developing and implementing efficient, compliant, and cost-effective procurement programs that align with institutional goals. The Director ensures all procurement activities adhere to applicable federal, state, and system regulations while promoting transparency, competition, and fiscal responsibility. This role also fosters strong vendor relationships, drives continuous process improvement, and oversees staff development and training. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Procurement Strategy, Leadership, and Operations Provides strategic leadership and oversight of all procurement, purchasing, contracting and receiving. Develops and implements procurement strategies that align with institutional goals and ensure efficient, cost-effective operations. Plans, directs, and assigns work to purchasing and contract management staff. Advises leadership on procurement risks, trends, and best practices. Contracting, Sourcing, and Purchasing Administration Oversees all procurement activities including requisitions, sourcing, bid processes, and contract awards. Prepares, reviews, evaluates, and awards competitive bids, Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQ). Develops specifications and scopes of work for goods and services. Reviews and approves institutional procurements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Policy Development, Compliance, and Risk Management Develops, implements, and maintains procurement policies, procedures, and manuals. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and system laws, rules, and regulations. Establishes internal controls and ensures audit readiness of procurement activities. Identifies and mitigates procurement risks and implements corrective actions as needed. Vendor Management and Financial Stewardship Manages vendor relationships, including performance monitoring and contract compliance. Evaluates vendor performance, documents deficiencies, and maintains approved and restricted vendor lists. Negotiates contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve best value. Oversees procurement-related financial activities including invoice review and cost-control initiatives. Systems Management, Training, and Stakeholder Support Oversees procurement systems and automated purchasing platforms to ensure efficiency and data integrity. Provides training and guidance to departments on procurement policies, procedures, and systems. Collaborates with campus departments to identify procurement needs and provide strategic sourcing solutions. Promotes continuous improvement through process enhancements and user support. This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Required Qualifications Required Education Bachelor's degree in applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Experience Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership role. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of Texas procurement laws, regulations, and best practices Proficiency in procurement and