Athletic Services Procurement Director

Company: George Mason University
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: November 22, 2020

Job Description:

Athletic Services Procurement Director The George Mason University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics invites applications for a full-time Athletic Services Procurement Director. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment. Responsibilities: Purchasing Agent: * Comply with all Commonwealth of Virginia and university procurement policies; * Work with coaches and vendors to forecast and identify purchasing needs for all ICA teams; * Investigate, evaluate, and write specifications for the purchase of athletic equipment and apparel. Supervision of equipment and laundry rooms: * Schedule room hours and supervise staff. Contract Administration: * Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors; * Oversee receiving and shipping; * Serve as embellishment coordinator. Required Qualifications: * Degree in sports management, sports administration, logistics/supply chain management or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field; * Successful (efficient and organized) athletic procurement experience with or at the university level; * Experience in evaluating and selecting athletic equipment and apparel with or at the university level with adherence to team requirements and fiscal management; * Successful experience developing and maintaining positive working relationships with a diverse population of student athletes, colleagues and suppliers; * Ability to safely and independently move 50 pounds. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with eVA (Commonwealth of Virginia procurement system); * Experience with ordering and maintaining equipment for the sport of basketball at the Division 1 level; * Experience with evaluating requests for proposal and vendor selection; * State and local purchasing experience; * Certification with AEMA (Athletic Equipment Managers Association). Employment offer is contingent on meeting eligibility requirements for operating state-owned vehicles. Please see: http://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Policy-1411-Vehicle-Use-Procedures-Change-082316.pdf For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number 09139z at http://jobs.gmu.edu by December 1, 2020; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information. "Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition." George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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