Associate Director of USS Contract Administration

Oversee the USS Contract Administration team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Develop and execute a clear, division-aligned vision for contract management that supports USS and university-wide strategic goals. Advise senior leadership on contract strategy, vendor partnerships, and procurement approaches that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. Collaborate across departments to ensure contracts advance institutional priorities and student-centered initiatives. Executive-level communication and stakeholder influencing; ability to distill complexity into clear recommendations. Advanced financial and negotiation skills with a focus on long-term strategic outcomes. Analytical rigor with comfort in metrics, dashboards, and decision-support models with a commitment to data-driven management. Deep knowledge of the contract lifecycle, procurement best practices, and compliance requirements. Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Six years' related experience in contract administration in a complex environment. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Master's Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and related contracting or procurement technologies. Demonstrated supervisory experience with a track record of developing and leading high-performing teams. Proven experience leading organizational change initiatives and engaging diverse stakeholder groups effectively. Familiarity with the practices and challenges in higher education or nonprofit environments. Implement efficient, compliant contract management processes across the division. Coordinate contract, purchasing, and vendor needs through clear, consistent communication with departments, Finance, and University Procurement. Deliver clear budget insights, including variance analysis, forecasting, and performance implications to support informed decision-making.