Associate Director of USS Contract Administration

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

1d•$85,500 - $149,800•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Associate Director of USS Contract Administration who will serve as a strategic leader for contracting within University Student Services (USS), overseeing a multi-million-dollar contract portfolio and driving division-wide policy, governance, and vendor strategy. The role advances student-centered service outcomes by shaping contracting frameworks, guiding high-impact sourcing decisions, and strengthening partnerships with Procurement, Finance, Legal, and departmental leaders. Through data-driven financial stewardship, risk management, and innovation solutions, the Associate Director ensures operational excellence, financial accountability, compliance, and long-term value for the institution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Six years’ related experience in contract administration in a complex environment.
Executive-level communication and stakeholder influencing; ability to distill complexity into clear recommendations.
Advanced financial and negotiation skills with a focus on long-term strategic outcomes.
Analytical rigor with comfort in metrics, dashboards, and decision-support models with a commitment to data-driven management.
Deep knowledge of the contract lifecycle, procurement best practices, and compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and related contracting or procurement technologies.
Demonstrated supervisory experience with a track record of developing and leading high-performing teams.
Proven experience leading organizational change initiatives and engaging diverse stakeholder groups effectively.
Familiarity with the practices and challenges in higher education or nonprofit environments.

Responsibilities

Oversee the USS Contract Administration team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Develop and execute a clear, division-aligned vision for contract management that supports USS and university-wide strategic goals.
Advise senior leadership on contract strategy, vendor partnerships, and procurement approaches that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
Collaborate across departments to ensure contracts advance institutional priorities and student-centered initiatives.
Implement efficient, compliant contract management processes across the division.
Coordinate contract, purchasing, and vendor needs through clear, consistent communication with departments, Finance, and University Procurement.
Continuously evaluate and refine procurement strategies to ensure contracts meet current requirements and align with long-term organizational goals.
Lead end-to-end sourcing efforts, including RFP development, evaluation, and vendor selection, to support high-quality, student-centered services.
Partner closely with University Procurement to maintain compliance and apply best practices throughout the contracting lifecycle.
Track and analyze contract performance metrics to support data-driven decisions and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
Partner with USS Finance and departments to monitor and manage contractual budgets, ensuring financial integrity and accountability.
Assess contracts for financial viability and risks, identifying opportunities to strengthen fiscal stewardship.
Drive continuous cost-efficiency through strategic negotiations, renewals, vendor selection, and market evaluation to maximize contract value.
Deliver clear budget insights, including variance analysis, forecasting, and performance implications to support informed decision-making.
Lead process re-engineering efforts to streamline the contract lifecycle, reduce friction, shorten cycle times, and improve user experience.
Strengthen USS departmental contracting practices by establishing clear standards, enhancing workflow efficiency, and promoting consistency across units.