The Director of Purchasing and Contract Services manages all operations and activities of the Purchasing and Contract Services team.  This position is responsible for day-to-day supervision of operations and assigned staff that collaboratively develop and implement the infrastructure required for procurement and contracting activities to meet the needs of its University customers. The Director and the Purchasing and Contract Services team identify and lead efforts to implement a wide range of foundational initiatives that enable the entire procurement and contracting team to deliver on its mission effectively and efficiently for the University. The Director’s responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decisi