Chief Procurement Officer (CUPO) – Higher Education

University of West Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of West Georgia is seeking a Director of Procurement (CUPO) to lead strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationships across the campus. This role drives procurement strategy, analytics, and process improvements to support university priorities.

The incumbent will manage the CUPO function, ensure regulatory and policy compliance, and build a high-performing team that delivers value, efficiency, and risk management for UWG's procurement operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, procurement, finance, public administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible professional procurement experience.
• At least 3 years of supervisory/management experience overseeing complex solicitations, contracts, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead UWG CUPO procurement strategy, operations, staffing, budget, and internal controls.
• Oversee contract development, negotiation, renewal, performance monitoring, and supplier management.
• Direct purchasing-card program, training, analytics, and compliance with policies and audits.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state laws, Board of Regents policies, and university procedures.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Procurement management

Contract negotiation

Supplier relations

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

University of West Georgia is seeking a Director of Procurement (CUPO) to lead strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationships across the campus. This role drives procurement strategy, analytics, and process improvements to support university priorities.

The incumbent will manage the CUPO function, ensure regulatory and policy compliance, and build a high-performing team that delivers value, efficiency, and risk management for UWG's procurement operations.