Director of Business Operations (Procurement)

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Title: Director of Business Operations (Procurement)

Employee Classification: Athletic Program Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Athletics

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Athletic Admin

Department: UNT-Athletics Facilities-220410

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

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Title: Director of Business Operations (Procurement)

Employee Classification: Athletic Program Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Athletics

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Athletic Admin

Department: UNT-Athletics Facilities-220410

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

 

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

 

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The University of North Texas competes as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the American Athletic Conference. North Texas’ athletic programs are classified as NCAA Division I, the largest and highest division among all colleges and universities. The 46,000 square-foot Athletic Center located off South Bonnie Brae Street is the centerpiece of North Texas athletics. Athletics strives to conduct a competitive athletics program that promotes faculty, staff, student and community affiliation and participation with the North Texas Athletics. Provide facilities which attract the highest level of talent and allow student-athletes to perform at the highest level in practice and during competition.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for all procurement activity within the UNT Athletics Department, in collaboration with UNT System (UNTS) Procurement Office. The position will procure products and services in the most efficient and economical manner possible while ensuring compliance with applicable UNTS purchasing policies, state and federal law regulations. The position will work directly with the Procurement Office to issue purchase orders, develop bid specifications (RFQs, RFIs, RFPs, etc), process applicable contracts, and coordinate all other Procurement Activity on behalf of UNT Athletics Department. The position is responsible for developing or modifying UNT Athletics Department processes and to ensure processes are executed as efficiently as possible and in accordance with campus and system policies. The position will provide input on policies and procedure at the department, campus and system level, and collaborate regularly with the Executive Sr Associate AD/CFO on best practices related to sourcing of products and/or services.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in in related field and three years' of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties:

• Perform complex, time critical procurement functions for Athletics which include preparing requests for quotes and processing purchase orders and contracts. 
• Identify department and team needs and develop or refine specifications for procurement of products and/or services. 
• Process purchasing transactions in accordance with state and federal statutes, and UNTS fiscal policies and procedures. 
• Examine and analyze departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information; contact department and/or vendor to clarify information; determine method to process requisition based upon dollar amount; timeliness required; existing contracts; and/or competitive bidding. 
• Communicate and negotiate with vendors and other service providers to increase University purchasing power. Obtain best value by combining like orders for similar purchase requests to obtain quantity discounts. 
• Address complicated procurement questions and scenarios with effective and creative problem-solving capabilities. 
• Organize and maintain records for all UNT Athletic contracts, purchase orders, agreements, sole source documentation and vendor communication. Work closely with all vendors to ensure questions are answered timely, policy is followed, and build upon relationships for the betterment of UNT Athletics. 
• Perform other procurement duties as assigned including tracking and analyzing athletics spend, providing input on cost savings opportunities, and developing supplier diversity programs and coordination with UNTS Procurement Services. 
• Coordinate accounts payable functions including receipt of goods, receipt of invoice, reviewing invoices for accuracy, and communication with UNTS accounts payable team to ensure invoices are processed and paid. 
• Resolve delivery and account payable issues in a timely manner. 
• Other duties and events as assigned by the Executive Sr. Associate Athletic Director and Director of Athletics. 

Work Schedule:

Monday thru Friday. 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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