Deputy Director of Procurement

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.

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.

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