Information Technology Buyer

The University of North Carolina

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

UNC Greensboro is seeking an Information Technology Buyer in Procurement Services to lead technology acquisitions, including hardware, software, cloud services, and telecom solutions. You will drive strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier governance to maximize value and ensure compliance with state and university policies.

You will collaborate with ITS, Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, and campus stakeholders to develop procurement strategies that align with the university’s

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

Lead technology acquisitions including hardware, software, cloud services, and telecommunications.
Develop procurement strategies that support the university’s technology objectives and operational needs.
Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and governance.
Ensure compliance with UNC System, State of North Carolina statutes, and university policies.
Collaborate with ITS, General Counsel, Finance, Internal Audit, and campus stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement principles

Strategic sourcing

Contract administration

Information technology

Public sector procurement

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Written and verbal communication

Project management

ERP/eProcurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Information Technology

Finance

Tools

ERP systems

eProcurement software

Job description

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.