Director, Procurement & Payables

Position Title: Director, Procurement & Payables Grade Level: Level 7 - FLSA Exempt Reports to: Chief Financial Officer About NED The National Endowment for Democracy supports freedom around the world. At NED, we deliver on the belief that freedom is a universal aspiration. Headquartered in Washington, DC, NED is a private, nonprofit foundation, mandated by Congress, dedicated to strengthening democratic institutions worldwide. NED reflects an enduring American commitment to stand with those striving for dignity, justice, and opportunity. In 2025, NED made 1,552 grants totaling $271 million to support the work of nongovernmental organizations advancing democratic goals in more than 90 countries, including some of the world’s most challenging and repressive environments. We seek talented, entrepreneurial professionals motivated by purpose and committed to excellence. At NED, you will join a dynamic team of experts who bring their skills, curiosity, and judgment to a consequential mission at a critical moment for democracy around the world. Our work is guided by our shared values: excellence, respect, empathy, accountability, and adaptability. Position Summary The Director, Procurement & Payables provides strategic leadership for the organization's procurement, vendor management, accounts payable, travel and expense management, and purchasing card programs. This role is responsible for establishing effective purchasing and payment processes, strengthening governance and internal controls, and promoting compliance with organizational policies, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), grant requirements, and applicable regulations. The Director partners closely with leaders across the organization to improve operational effectiveness, enhance service delivery, support informed decision-making, and ensure the effective stewardship of organizational resources. This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC. Primary Responsibilities Procurement, Accounts Payable & Vendor Management Lead and oversee the organization's procurement, purchasing, vendor management, accounts payable, and corporate purchasing card (P-Card) functions. Partner with department leaders to support sourcing strategies, vendor selection, contract administration, and purchasing decisions that align with operational and programmatic objectives. Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and procurement transactions. Develop and maintain vendor onboarding, performance management, and contract monitoring processes that promote service quality, accountability, and cost effectiveness. Oversee annual information reporting processes, including Forms 1099 and 1042 filing requirements, ensuring timely reporting, vendor documentation compliance, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders Oversee competitive procurement activities and ensure purchasing decisions are supported by appropriate analysis, documentation, and approvals. Oversee the organization's corporate purchasing card program and related processes to ensure appropriate controls, accountability, and operational effectiveness. Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing, vendor consolidation, and cost savings while maintaining service and compliance standards. Serve as a trusted advisor to organizational leaders on procurement strategy, expenditure management, vendor relationships, and financial stewardship. Compliance, Controls & Operational Excellence Lead the development and maintenance of procurement, accounts payable, travel, reimbursement, and vendor management policies, procedures, and control frameworks. Partner with organizational leaders to support consistent application of procurement, expenditure management, and compliance requirements. Provide guidance, training, and resources that enable departments to effectively manage purchasing and expenditure responsibilities. Support audit readiness activities and coordinate procurement- and AP-r…

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