Deputy Director of Procurement

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Deputy Director of Procurement

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You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

Posting Details

 Classification Information 

Classification Type  | EHRA

 Position Overview 

Primary Purpose of Position  | The Deputy Director of Procurement Services is responsible for managing contracts, supplier negotiation, supplier relations, negotiating complex contract terms and conditions, supplier management and collaboration with campus partners. This position leads procurement specialists in regard to strategic sourcing and contracting. This position is responsible for analyzing data to identify market trends and perform risk assessments to maximize the best purchasing decisions. The Deputy Director of Procurement Services acts in the absence of the Director and assists in the oversight of the entire procurement function, including administration of the procurement card.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit  | Procurement Services is a service unit within the Division of Business and Finance reporting to the office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance. Procurement Service administers the procurement function for the University. The unit is staffed by a team of professional, experienced and dedicated employees. Our mission is to support the University’s goals in education, research, and interdisciplinary engagements by assisting departments in procuring the highest quality products and services at competitive prices. The University Procurement Services Office ensures that all policies and procedures are properly administered with the highest ethical standards while complying with all statutory requirements of Federal and North Carolina State Purchase and Contracts. Procurement Services provides direction over the entire procurement activities within N.C. A & T, including purchasing and administration of the procurement card managing between $85M – $200M dollars annually relating to purchase requests. The unit 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. We communicate with internal and external customers, clients and suppliers; negotiate between parties; verify the availability of funds, advise management on proper allocation of funds, etc. Our vision is to be an innovative Procurement Services Office utilizing leading edge technology and web-based tools for continuous improvements of purchasing and travel processes. The process improvements greatly enhance our customer service delivery and provide the distinction as a world class operation and a model of efficiency.
Minimum Requirements  | Bachelor’s degree and four-year experience in a similar purchasing operation; prior experience in procurement services for a major group of commodities or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

All degrees must be awarded by an appropriately accredited institution.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education  | Preference will be given to candidates possessing procurement experience and knowledge of Banner Financial System, Sci-Quest e-procurement System, State of NC Interactive Purchasing System, prior experience in comparable capacity utilizing NC State rules and regulations and prior years of experience in public purchasing or certified as a Buyer.
Required License or Certification  | NCCM Certification is required or completion within the first (1st) year.
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  | Deputy Director of Procurement
Position Number  | 000043
Recruitment Salary Range  | Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA  | Exempt
Appointment Type  | Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track  | No
FTE  |
If Time Limited, Appointment Length  |
Organizational Division  | VC for Business & Finance
Organizational Location  | VC for Business & Finance
Organizational Unit  | Procurement Services

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | EPA3288
Open Date  | 11/06/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled  | 12/04/2026
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 upon the status of the search  |
Date Position Available  | 11/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant  | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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 This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.


Quick Link  | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/42078

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