Director- Procurement

Atmore, AL

Full Time

Tribal Government Accounting

Experienced

Director- Procurement

“If you’re a strategic leader with a passion for procurement and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply for our Director of Procurement position.”

Department: Tribal Government Accounting
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: Yes
Closing Date: Monday, March 23, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.

Join Our Mission:

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

About the Role:

The Director of Procurement leads the Tribe’s procurement operations, including contracts, solicitations, and purchase orders. This role oversees vendor selection, contract negotiations, and purchasing activities while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations. The Director develops and implements procurement policies, supports organizational strategy, and ensures purchasing functions align with operational and growth goals. Leaders are expected to demonstrate strong problem-solving, innovation, adaptability, and the ability to influence positive outcomes.

This position reflects PCI’s core values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Key Responsibilities:

Recommend improvements in pricing, quality, and service for purchased goods.
Provide timely information to support management decision-making
Manage vendor relationships and identify new supplier opportunities
Oversee preparation of solicitations, purchase orders, and contracts
Partner with departments to source goods and services that support organizational goals
Monitor procurement performance, supplier management, and cost savings
Lead and develop procurement staff
Manage supplier contracts and support strategic sourcing initiatives
Ensure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards
Perform other duties as assigned

Core Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field with three (3) years’ experience directly supervising and developing a high-performance procurement team required.
Five (5) years of experience in all phases of procurement process required.
Three (3) years of experience with purchasing and inventory systems required.
Knowledge and experience with ERP/financial systems required.
Experience working with automated eProcurement and accounts payable systems preferred.
Experience implementing or upgrading an existing procurement financial system/ ERP within the last seven (7) years required.
Experience working in a public agency or governmental environment.
Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Essential Competencies:

Strong risk management and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of regulatory requirements, policies, and standards
Excellent organizational and project management abilities
Strong communication, negotiation, and planning skills
Ability to forecast needs and support operational demands
Proven leadership with the ability to build and lead high-performing teams
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments
Demonstrates accountability and a commitment to improving processes and performance

Total Rewards Package:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with employer match
Performance bonuses and COLA increases

Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

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