Director Of Risk Management & Procurement

Director Of Risk Management & Procurement

JR
Williamstown, MA (Main Campus)

Williams College is thrilled to announce a new leadership opportunity: Director of Risk Management & Procurement, reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President for Finance.

The Director will provide leadership and guidance for all matters related to procuring goods and services from vendors, and plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision and leadership for managing enterprise risks. The Director collaborates with College leadership to identify and mitigate risks, ensures cost effective and efficient handling of all acquisitions and contracting needs, oversees the employees responsible for purchasing and insurance management and claims, and cultivates positive vendor relationships to achieve the best value for Williams' non-compensation expenditures. This is a unique opportunity to partner with the AVP of Finance to actively define the future of this role, aligning with Williams' strategic goals, objectives, and distinctive culture. Williams College is committed to building a broadly diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Managing Williams' enterprise risk management process and insurance coverage, including:
  
  • Facilitating meetings of ERM subject matter experts (e.g. General Counsel, EH&S, OIT, HR, Facilities, Campus Safety; CFO, etc.)
    
  • Reporting to the board and executive leadership team
    
  • Preparing deep dives into certain risk areas, as requested
    
• Creating a hybrid procurement process by collaborating with the college community to establish, communicate, implement and monitor procurement policies and procedures, cultivating positive vendor relationships, and overseeing procurement of goods and services.
  
• Leading the further deployment of the Workday software supporting the procurement process from requisition to payment.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's plus at least 8 years relevant experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Procurement experience is required.
  
• Experience in higher education and Workday preferred.
  
• Advanced knowledge of procurement, insurance and risk management.
  
• Experience with implementing and maintaining advanced procurement software.
  
• Ability to manage large amounts of data and clearly identify, report and present key findings, including a sophisticated skillset of presenting information to support analysis and decision making, both verbally and written.
  
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills; attention to detail.
  
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively present information to a wide range of constituents.
  
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to plan work, set and manage multiple priorities and changes in schedules to meet anticipated and established deadlines; effectively managing a team to bring about the successful completion of deliverables.
  
• A collaborative working style and ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels of the organization.
  
• Capacity to work independently as well as with others in a diverse and decentralized organization.
  
• A commitment to serving the needs of a diverse population.
  

Application review will begin on September 8, 2025. A cover letter is required for your application to be considered; please submit a cover letter in a separate document in your application. Pay range is from $140,000 to $165,000, commensurate with experience.

Hybrid on-site/remote work arrangements may be available with approval for employees based in NY, MA, CT, or VT; subject to review and revision as policy evolves.

This full-time, year-round position is eligible for Williams College's robust benefits package designed to support you in your work and overall health and wellness.

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Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at or email at .

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