Strategic IT Procurement Director - Higher Education

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The University of South Carolina seeks an IT Procurement Director to lead enterprise-wide technology procurements, directing strategy, governance, and compliant contracting for high-value initiatives. Responsibilities include advising executive leadership on procurement risk, negotiating with vendors, and coordinating cross-functional teams across IT, finance, and legal to deliver strategic sourcing.

The role requires deep knowledge of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code, experience

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement code and practices.
• Expertise in developing and managing complex solicitations and contracts.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide technology procurements and govern contracting processes.
• Advise executive leadership on procurement strategy, risk, and supplier engagement.
• Oversee cross-functional teams across IT, finance, and legal to deliver sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

RFP/IFB management

Procurement compliance

Job description

The University of South Carolina seeks an IT Procurement Director to lead enterprise-wide technology procurements, directing strategy, governance, and compliant contracting for high-value initiatives. Responsibilities include advising executive leadership on procurement risk, negotiating with vendors, and coordinating cross-functional teams across IT, finance, and legal to deliver strategic sourcing.

The role requires deep knowledge of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code, experience