Procurement Manager - Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Relations

Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU in Charlotte, NC seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee all procurement activities in accordance with state and federal laws and university policies.

The role ensures efficient purchasing operations, manages vendor relationships, and supports strategic sourcing initiatives. It reports to the Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting with a dotted line to the CFO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree and 3 years of related professional experience including development of procurement procedures, methods or activities related to the responsibilities of this position, and demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive procurement operations in compliance with State and Federal laws and University policies.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate pricing and contracts to minimize costs.
• Process requisitions, generate purchase orders, and ensure alignment with policies and procedures.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Procurement procedures

Customer service

RFQ/RFP/IFB management

Education

Bachelor Degree

Tools

Colleague Fixed Assets

Job description

Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU in Charlotte, NC seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee all procurement activities in accordance with state and federal laws and university policies.

The role ensures efficient purchasing operations, manages vendor relationships, and supports strategic sourcing initiatives. It reports to the Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting with a dotted line to the CFO.