Job Description

The Procurement Technology Lead is a technical leader responsible for the comprehensive management of integrated ERP system which supports the Tulane Supply Chain business processes and systems, focusing on Procure-to-Pay (P2P). This role involves technology-based analysis, solution development, system functionality, and autonomous management of complex programs. The incumbent collaborates with suppliers, leads cross-functional teams, manages supplier catalogs, vendor management, and ensures compliance with laws, policies, and standards; at the local, state, and federal level.

This position requires a high degree of knowledge in the field of system integration, recognized expertise in specific areas related to developing user interface design, user acceptance testing, and the ability to not only solve unique problems, but analyze data often void of structure and precedent. The Procurement Technology Lead manages programs, formulates strategies, troubleshoots, documents, resolves system failures, and administers policies with a high degree of autonomy.

Key responsibilities encompass a thorough understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain functions, including P2P, Equipment Management, Fixed Asset Management, Logistics, Warehouse Management, and Shipping & Receiving. The role involves collaboration with the Director of Procurement to not only create specifications to meet internal requirements but to enhance Supply Chain business process lifecycles.

The Procurement Technology Lead stays updated on Supply Chain systems, middleware integration, Software as a service (SaaS), has familiarization with Application Programming Interface (API’s), collaborates with system administrators to address performance issues, and drives changes to business processes, system documentation, and training materials. Additionally, they play a key role in configuring and managing Supply Chain aspects of Oracle Cloud Financials, including self-service Procurement, AP, Projects, and more. The Procurement Technology Lead directly manages a Business Analyst or related profession.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of procure-to-Pay functions, requirements, and business processes. Specifically, within the higher education research setting.

Strong knowledge of integrated ERP systems, practical knowledge of data integration, and experience with ERP functionality from an end-user perspective.
Familiarity with software as a service (SaaS), third-party platform integration, APIs, user role definition, and workflow is essential.
Demonstrated skills needed to develop processes to support system enhancements, upgrades, and process improvement projects.
Demonstrated experience with process analysis, systems analysis, process architectures and systems analysis methodologies and practices including traditional waterfall, Agile, Scrum, UML, et cetera.
Understanding and skill in complex process and systems requirement documentation standards, such as Use Case modeling, User Story creations and narrative description.
Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds.
Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. Demonstrates problem solving skills.
Advanced knowledge of business processes and procedures.
Demonstrated testing and test planning skills.
Demonstrated exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Advanced knowledge of business and process analysis functions.
Advanced knowledge of related areas of IT.
Knowledge relating to the design of processes and software across the organization.
Ability to quickly become well-versed in Tulane University policies and procedures.
Supervisory skills; ability to train individuals with certain backup functions.

Required Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in related area and 5 years of related equivalent experience or 9 years of equivalent related experience/training.

Supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in related technical or business field highly desired.

Background in IT, including ERP configuration, and code writing.

Procure to Pay background or Supply Chain background, understanding the life cycle of the procurement process and how it interacts with other key stakeholders and departments.