Director of Sourcing, Purchasing Services, Administration & Finance, Hybrid

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Supervisory experience specifically including overseeing daily operational tasks as well as staff capability building Additional Qualifications Considered Experience in public sector procurement or higher education. Professional certification (CPSM, CPPO, CPPB or similar) Experience using eProcurement or sourcing platforms Understanding of federal uniform guidance and/or typical sponsored programs procurement procedures Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

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