University Director Procurement Contracting and Compliance

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University Director, Procurement Contracting and Compliance
The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of procurement contracting activities (drafting, negotiation, execution, administration and monitoring) and related compliance matters for the University, including the main Storrs campus, all Regional campuses and a defined portfolio within the Health campus in Farmington. Responsibilities include managing a team of contracting and compliance professionals; serving as an integral member of the University leadership team; serves as primary liaison for procurement contracting to the Office of the General Counsel (OGC); serves as ab extension of the AVP/CPO; develops, recommends, implements and maintains University-wide policies, procedures and process improvements; performs contract administration functions; acts as primary resource for managing contracting disputes; manages the administration of contracts by drafting, reviewing and negotiating all levels of legal agreements and contracts; oversees contract management process; oversees and issues contracts; responsible for the development and tracking of unit-wide metrics and key performance indicators; prepares complex reports, presentations and other documents; participates and responds to public inquiries and information requests; participates in multiple compliance and oversight committees; develops strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to strategically mange contract and vendor relationships; attends meetings, conferences and professional development training; and performs other duties as required. Should have advanced degree in Law, Business or Public Administration, Contract Law or similar. Must have 7+ years of experience in one of the following areas: management of advanced procurement or business organization(s) and/or oversight of the drafting, negotiation and administration of contracts with 5+ years of experience at the level of supervisor. Should preferably have a law degree (Juris Doctor, Master of Laws, doctor of Judicial Science, etc.).

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