Director of Purchasing

Blue Star Partners-posted 5 months ago

$152,990 - $229,485/Yr

Full-time • Director

Atmore, AL

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We are seeking a highly skilled and values-driven Director of Purchasing to lead enterprise procurement operations. This is a high-impact leadership role within the Tribal Government Finance Division that will shape procurement strategy, ensure regulatory and financial compliance, and support enterprise-wide sourcing needs aligned with long-term growth. The ideal candidate is a change-oriented, forward-thinking leader who can build structure where none currently exists, optimize operations in a regulated environment, and drive continuous improvement. Candidates with public-sector experience, military backgrounds, or a desire to relocate to the Southeast are encouraged to apply. This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven, collaborative organization with exceptional executive support and a strong sense of community. The Director will report directly to the CFO and play a key role in scaling procurement strategy to match the organization's continued growth.

Direct the end-to-end procurement lifecycle: vendor selection, RFP/RFQ processes, contract negotiation, purchasing, and compliance
Develop, implement, and interpret procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (including 2 CFR Part 200)
Evaluate market trends and vendor capabilities to improve pricing, quality, and service
Lead and develop a high-performing purchasing team through coaching, goal-setting, and continuous improvement
Partner with department heads to source goods and services that align with organizational priorities and growth objectives
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and customer service across internal procurement stakeholders
Oversee supplier performance, contract execution, and long-term vendor agreements
Maintain and improve procurement and inventory systems in alignment with enterprise ERP strategy
Promote supplier diversity, including Tribal, local, and minority-owned vendors
Ensure internal controls are in place to optimize procurement operations and support audit readiness
Track purchasing metrics including cost savings, supplier performance, and stakeholder satisfaction
Administer supplier agreements and drive continuous improvement initiatives across purchasing activities
Manage risk through proactive vendor oversight and contract governance

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
5+ years of experience managing the full procurement lifecycle
3+ years of experience directly supervising and developing high-performance purchasing teams
Demonstrated experience with ERP systems and purchasing/inventory platforms
Experience upgrading or implementing procurement systems within the last 7 years
Government, Tribal, or public-sector procurement experience required
Ability to work occasional irregular hours and travel as needed
Successful completion of background and character checks

Experience with automated eProcurement and accounts payable systems
Knowledge of Tribal procurement standards and federal grant compliance (2 CFR Part 200)
Candidates with military service or those relocating to the Southeast for a career transition are encouraged to apply
Prior work within a Tribal or culturally sensitive organization

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off (24 days annually), 13 federal holidays
401(k) with employer match
COLA increases, and discretionary bonus (target 10%, paid in summer and fall)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), professional development opportunities

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