Procurement Specialist I

N.C. A&T; Greensboro (NC); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NC A&T is seeking a Procurement Specialist I to manage purchasing of goods and services for the university. You will coordinate with departments, review requisitions for completeness, and ensure ethical, timely procurement within state and university policies.

The role emphasizes public sector procurement experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently as part of the Procurement Services team. On-site in Greensboro, NC.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Preferably five or more years in-depth responsibility for procuring complex goods and services.
• Experience with IT, facilities, engineering, or research procurements.

Responsabilidades

• Acquire goods and services for the University.
• Interface with department personnel and administrators to meet needs.
• Evaluate requisitions for completeness and ensure timely, ethical procurement.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Excel

Public procurement

Vendor negotiations

Communication skills

Multitasking

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree + 2 years related experience

Herramientas

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Visio

Descripción del empleo

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include 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, Life Insurance 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

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The position is responsible for acquiring goods and services for the University. Within the Procurement Services Department Team, the Purchasing Agent/Procurement Specialist is expected to interface with department personnel and other administrators at the University to ensure that the University’s needs and requirements are attained. This position is responsible for evaluating requisitions for completeness, and taking appropriate actions for effective, ethical and timely procurement of products and services for the University. This position is scheduled for a normal 8:00am to 5:00PM work shift; however, the position carries a professional obligation to work additional hours when necessary to ensure performance of required duties or to meet deadlines.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Procurement Office provides direction over the entire procurement activities within NCA & TSU , including purchasing and administration of the procurement card. Manages all procedural aspects of purchasing activities within State and Federal laws, North Carolina Division of Purchase and Contract rules and regulations, agency/university policy and procedures. Communicates with internal and external customers, clients and suppliers; negotiates between parties; verifies availability of funds, advises management on proper allocation of funds, etc.

Bachelor’s degree; or Associate’s degree and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Preferably five or more years in-depth responsibility for working with and procuring complex goods and services (i.e. Information Technology, Facilities, Engineering, Research).

Skills

• Ability to take an idea or set of instructions and convey them to individuals or groups in a manner that is comprehensible, but in a manner that (whether using verbal and non-verbal messaging), that leads to building strong professional relationships.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook. Knowledge desirable in Adobe Pro; Visio.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills (i.e. memos, letters)
• Comfort level with public speaking (i.e. presentations)
• Ability to facilitate training (i.e. staff and faculty) at all levels within the university and with suppliers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of diverse teams (i.e. departmental and project)
• Strong interpersonal skills to conduct business with professionalism and diplomacy at levels.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and multi-tasking to complete daily duties and projects.

Required License or Certification

Position will require a:

North Carolina Contract Management Certification ( NCCM ) or completion within first year of employment.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, 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

Working Title Procurement Specialist I

Position Number

Position Number 000096

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

Tenure Track No

Organizational Division

Organizational Division VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Location

Organizational Location VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Procurement Services

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA3287

Open Date

Open Date 11/06/2026

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

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 11/23/2026

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings:

Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending on the status of the search

Date Position Available

Date Position Available 11/01/2026

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3

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