Director Of Purchasing

Position Overview The Director of Purchasing provides leadership and operational oversight for the University’s purchasing function, ensuring the effective, economical, and legally compliant acquisition of goods and services in support of the university’s mission. This position leads and develops a team of procurement specialists while also directly managing complex and high‑value procurements, applying sound judgment and expertise in State, UNC System, and University procurement laws, policies, and procedures. The Director advances strategic, customer‑focused procurement practices that maximize institutional resources, promote fair and open competition, mitigate risk, and serve as a trusted partner to campus stakeholders in meeting university needs efficiently and responsibly. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a closely related field. Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in public‑sector purchasing or procurement, including: Procurement of goods and services across multiple commodity categories Interpretation and application of State statutes, administrative code, and procurement policies Demonstrated supervisory or management experience, including oversight of professional and technical staff. Experience managing or overseeing: Competitive bidding and contract administration Vendor relationships and negotiations Procurement compliance and internal controls Procurement card (P‑Card) and/or travel card programs (preferred) Preferred Qualifications Experience in higher education or another complex public institution. Professional certification such as: CPPO (Certified Public Procurement Officer) CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer) CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) Experience responding to or supporting audit and compliance reviews. Experience managing decentralized or campus‑wide procurement operations. Ability to apply and interpret established rules and regulations, maintain records of some complexity and prepare reports on tabulations from these records, and establish effective working relationships with departmental personnel and manufacturers’ representatives. Benefits 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 Equal Opportunity Statement 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, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr