Information Technology Buyer

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks an Information Technology Procurement Specialist to lead technology-related purchasing, including hardware, software, cloud services, and telecoms.

You will drive strategic sourcing, contract governance, and supplier relationships across ITS, Procurement Services, and campus stakeholders while ensuring compliance with NC statutes and UNC System rules.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of three years of procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, or purchasing experience.
Experience procuring technology products and services (software, hardware, cloud services, or telecommunications).
Experience negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.
Knowledge of procurement principles, strategic sourcing methods, and contract administration practices.
Understanding of public sector procurement processes and competitive bidding requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead technology-related procurement, including hardware, software, cloud services, telecommunications, maintenance, subscriptions, and IT consulting services.
Develop and implement procurement strategies in collaboration with ITS and other campus stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with UNC system, State IT procurement policies, and NC statutes.
Manage supplier relationships and contract governance to maximize value and mitigate risk.
Serve as liaison with NC DIT and P&C to align with regulations and approvals.

Skills

Procurement principles

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Public sector procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

IT procurement

Policy compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

JAGGAER Source-to-Pay

ERP

eProcurement

Contract management systems

Job description

Oct 26, 2026

Position Information

Position Number

Position Number 997918

Functional Title

Position Type

Position Type Staff

Position Eclass

Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The Procurement Services Department is a unit of the Division of Finance & Administration reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Finance. We serve as the central procurement authority for UNC Greensboro. Our Office is responsible for managing the procurement process on a university-wide level, including the procurement of goods and services, contracting and the PCard program.

We support the central mission of the University by providing efficient and effective procurement processes in accordance with applicable State and University policies and procedures. We strive to accomplish these goals as economically as possible, within acceptable standards of quality and service, while utilizing professional ethics and best business practices throughout the entire procurement cycle. Our office operates under the governance of the state of NC Purchase & Contracts (NC P&C) division.

Position Summary

The Information Technology Buyer serves as the university's lead procurement professional for all technology-related acquisitions, including hardware, software, cloud services, telecommunications, maintenance agreements, subscriptions, and technology consulting services. This position is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract development and administration, and technology procurement governance, while ensuring compliance with University, UNC System, State of North Carolina, and applicable federal procurement requirements. Serving as the university's single point of accountability for technology sourcing, the position supports both Procurement Services and Information Technology Services ( ITS ) by driving cost-effective procurement solutions, mitigating risk, and maximizing the value of technology investments.

Working collaboratively with ITS , Procurement Services, the Office of General Counsel, Finance, Internal Audit, and campus stakeholders, this position develops and implements procurement strategies that support the university's technology objectives and operational needs. The Information Technology Procurement Specialist also serves as the university's primary liaison with the North Carolina Department of Information Technology ( NCDIT ) and the North Carolina Division of Purchase and Contract (P&C), ensuring that technology acquisitions comply with applicable North Carolina General Statutes, North Carolina Administrative Code requirements, statewide IT procurement policies, and university procedures while balancing compliance, efficiency, risk management, and strategic value.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum of three years of progressively responsible procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, or purchasing experience.
Experience procuring technology products and services, including software, hardware, cloud services, or telecommunications solutions.
Experience negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of procurement principles, strategic sourcing methods, and contract administration practices.
Knowledge of information technology products, software licensing models, and technology procurement practices.
Understanding of public sector procurement processes and competitive bidding requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to negotiate effectively and manage complex supplier relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency with ERP , eProcurement, contract management, and data analysis systems.
Thorough knowledge of North Carolina public procurement statutes, administrative codes, and policies related to information technology purchasing.
Working knowledge of North Carolina Department of Information Technology ( NCDIT ) procurement processes, technology governance requirements, and IT acquisition approval procedures.
Working knowledge of North Carolina Division of Purchase and Contract regulations, statewide term contracts, competitive solicitation requirements, and delegated procurement authority.
Ability to interpret and apply North Carolina General Statutes, North Carolina Administrative Code provisions, State IT procurement requirements, and UNC System policies to complex procurement transactions.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Professional certification such as:
- NIGP - CPP
- CPSM
- CPPO
- CPPB
- CTPE
- PMP (preferred)
- NCP
- NCCM

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education, government, or public sector procurement.
Experience with enterprise software licensing and SaaS agreements.
Experience managing technology-related RFPs and complex sourcing projects.
Knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, accessibility requirements, and AI-related procurement considerations.
Experience with JAGGAER Source-to-Pay or similar procurement platforms.
Experience using Power BI or other analytics tools.
Experience procuring information technology goods and services within a North Carolina state agency, constituent institution of The University of North Carolina System, or other public-sector organization subject to NCDIT and State Purchase & Contract oversight.
Professional certification such as:
- NIGP - CPP
- CPSM
- CPPO
- CPPB
- CTPE
- PMP (preferred)
- NCP
- NCCM