Deputy Director of Procurement

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued vacation and sick leave

State health benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement system (TSERS)

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks a Deputy Director of Procurement to lead contracts, supplier negotiation, and strategic sourcing. You will mentor procurement specialists, analyze market trends, and manage risk to secure best value for the university.

The role oversees procurement operations, ensures compliance with state rules, and coordinates with campus partners to optimize purchasing processes. On-site work is expected with occasional remote arrangements possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four-year experience in a similar purchasing operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracts, supplier negotiation and supplier relations.
• Mentor procurement specialists on strategic sourcing and contracting.
• Analyze data to identify market trends and perform risk assessments.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner Financial System

Sci-Queste-procurement

NC Interactive Purchasing System

Job description

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Deputy Director of Procurement Services is responsible foremanning contracts, supplier negotiation, supplier relations,negotiating complex contract terms and conditions, suppliermanagement and collaboration with campus partners. This positionleads procurement specialists in regard to strategic sourcing andcontracting. This position is responsible for analyzing data toidentify market trends and perform risk assessments to maximize thebest purchasing decisions. The Deputy Director of ProcurementServices acts in the absence of the Director and assists in theoversight of the entire procurement function, includingadministration of the procurement card.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

Procurement Services is a service unit within the Division ofBusiness and Finance reporting to the office of the Assistant ViceChancellor for Business and Finance. Procurement Serviceadministers the procurement function for the University. The unitis staffed by a team of professional, experienced and dedicatedemployees. Our mission is to support the University’s goals ineducation, research, and interdisciplinary engagements by assistingdepartments in procuring the highest quality products and servicesat competitive prices. The University Procurement Services Officeensures that all policies and procedures are properly administeredwith the highest ethical standards while complying with allstatutory requirements of Federal and North Carolina State Purchaseand Contracts. Procurement Services provides direction over theentire procurement activities within N.C. A & T, includingpurchasing and administration of the procurement card managingbetween $85M – $200M dollars annually relating to purchaserequests. The unit manages all procedural aspects of purchasingactivities within State and Federal laws, North Carolina Divisionof Purchase and Contract rules and regulations, agency/universitypolicy and procedures. We communicate with internal and externalcustomers, clients and suppliers; negotiate between parties; verifythe availability of funds, advise management on proper allocationof funds, etc. Our vision is to be an innovative ProcurementServices Office utilizing leading edge technology and web-basedtools for continuous improvements of purchasing and travelprocesses. The process improvements greatly enhance our customerservice delivery and provide the distinction as a world classoperation and a model of efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and four-year experience in a similar purchasing operation; prior experience in procurement services for a major group of commodities or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,Education

Preference will be given to candidates possessing procurement experience and knowledge of Banner Financial System, Sci-Queste-procurement System, State of NC Interactive Purchasing System, prior experience in comparable capacity utilizing NC State rules and regulations and prior years of experience in public purchasing or certified as a Buyer.

Required License or Certification

NCCM Certification is required or completion within the first (1st) year.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid workarrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Deputy Director of Procurement

Position Number

000043

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

Organizational Division

VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Location

VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Procurement Services

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA3288

Open Date

11/06/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

12/04/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positionsremaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications receivedbythis date will receive full consideration, applications receivedafter this date may receive consideration depending upon the statusof the search

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positionsremaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications receivedbythis date will receive full consideration, applications receivedafter this date may receive consideration depending upon the statusof the search

Date Position Available

11/01/2026

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employeesinclude the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, LifeInsurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid workarrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.