Strategic Procurement Manager - Vendor Relations

Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC invites applications for a fully in-person Procurement Manager who will oversee all procurement activities in compliance with state and federal laws and university policies.

The role manages vendor relationships, negotiates contracts, conducts RFQs/RFPs/IFBs, ensures purchasing accuracy, and supports strategic sourcing while maintaining policy compliance and ethical procurement practices. Experience with Colleague and vendor onboarding is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related professional procurement experience.
• Experience developing procurement procedures and ensuring excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day procurement operations and ensure compliance with university policies.
• Drive supplier management, pricing, and contract negotiations to meet organizational goals.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, and IFBs; assist customers with scope of work and specifications.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor files and ensure accurate purchasing records in Colleague.
• Review requisitions for capital purchases and ensure asset tracking in fixed assets module.
• Provide training on procurement tools and processes to staff university-wide.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

RFQ/RFP/IFB

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Colleague ERP

Job description

Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC invites applications for a fully in-person Procurement Manager who will oversee all procurement activities in compliance with state and federal laws and university policies.

The role manages vendor relationships, negotiates contracts, conducts RFQs/RFPs/IFBs, ensures purchasing accuracy, and supports strategic sourcing while maintaining policy compliance and ethical procurement practices. Experience with Colleague and vendor onboarding is preferred.