Director, Procurement & Payables

National Endowment for Dem•Washington, DC

3d•$103,000 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Procurement & Payables provides strategic leadership for NED’s procurement, vendor management, accounts payable, travel and expense management, and purchasing card programs. The role establishes effective purchasing and payment processes, strengthens governance and internal controls, and promotes compliance with organizational policies, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), grant requirements, and applicable regulations. The Director partners with leaders across the organization to improve operational effectiveness and service delivery, support informed decision-making, and ensure effective stewardship of organizational resources. This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC. The Director leads the procure-to-pay function and supervises the Manager, Procure-to-Pay Operations & Compliance. The role also serves as the primary organizational point of contact for Corporate Traveler and oversees the administration, optimization, and governance of platforms including Concur. The anticipated compensation range is $103,000 to $185,000.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Public Administration, or a related field.
At least 12 years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, accounts payable, finance operations, or related functions.
At least 5 years of management or supervisory experience.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing procurement policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
Comprehensive knowledge of vendor management, contract administration, purchasing practices, accounts payable operations, and financial controls.
Demonstrated analytical, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in nonprofit, grant-funded, association, federal funding, or government contracting environments.
Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), federal procurement requirements, and cost principles.
Experience administering Concur, purchasing card programs, ERP systems, AP automation, or workflow management systems.
CPA, CPSM, CPPO, CPCM, PMP, or other relevant professional certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee procurement, purchasing, vendor management, accounts payable, and corporate purchasing card functions.
Partner with department leaders on sourcing strategies, vendor selection, contract administration, and purchasing decisions aligned with operational and programmatic objectives.
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and procurement transactions.
Develop and maintain vendor onboarding, performance management, and contract monitoring processes.
Oversee annual information reporting, including Forms 1099 and 1042, ensuring timely reporting, vendor documentation compliance, and coordination with stakeholders.
Oversee competitive procurement and ensure purchasing decisions are supported by appropriate analysis, documentation, and approvals.
Oversee the corporate purchasing card program and related controls and processes.
Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, and cost savings while maintaining service and compliance standards.
Advise organizational leaders on procurement strategy, expenditure management, vendor relationships, and financial stewardship.
Lead development and maintenance of procurement, accounts payable, travel, reimbursement, and vendor management policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
Partner with organizational leaders to support consistent application of procurement, expenditure management, and compliance requirements.
Provide guidance, training, and resources to help departments manage purchasing and expenditure responsibilities.
Support audit readiness and coordinate procurement- and accounts-payable-related responses to audits and compliance reviews.
Evaluate processes, controls, and workflows to improve efficiency, mitigate risk, and strengthen operational effectiveness.
Monitor key performance indicators and recommend improvements to service delivery, accountability, and customer experience.
Provide strategic leadership for the procure-to-pay function, aligning it with organizational priorities, financial stewardship, and operational objectives.
Supervise and develop the Manager, Procure-to-Pay Operations & Compliance.
Serve as the primary organizational point of contact for Corporate Traveler and oversee procure-to-pay and expense management platforms, including Concur.
Lead technology, automation, reporting, and process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and support data-driven decision-making.
Foster collaboration, transparency, customer service, and continuous improvement.