Job SummaryThe University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Director of Procurement. The Director of Procurement serves as the institution's Chief University Procurement Officer (CUPO) and is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for all procurement activities. The position ensures full compliance with the Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM), DOAS State Purchasing Division (SPD) requirements, and University System of Georgia (USG) Board of Regents policies, while promoting efficiency, transparency, and excellent customer service to campus stakeholders and external vendors.
Responsibilities- Leadership
- Serve as the institution's Designated Procurement Officer / CUPO, exercising delegated purchasing authority in accordance with DOAS and USG policies.
- Provide leadership, supervision, and professional development for procurement staff; establish performance expectations and foster a culture of compliance and service excellence.
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant regulations, including: Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM), State Purchasing Act (O.C.G.A. 50-5-50 et seq.), DOAS / SPD directives and official announcements, USG Board of Regents (BOR) Policy Manual, USG Business Procedures Manual.
- Review and approve purchase orders, contracts, RFQs, RFPs, and sole source justifications for policy compliance.
- Strategic Sourcing & Contract Administration
- Oversee sourcing strategies to ensure appropriate use of mandatory statewide contracts and utilization of RFQs, RFPs, and sole source justifications for contracting.
- Coordinate with Legal Affairs on contract terms and negotiations.
- Ensure contract lifecycle management, record retention, and audit readiness.
- Training, Outreach & Customer Service
- Develop and deliver procurement training for campus stakeholders.
- Communicate procurement laws and procedures clearly to faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Reporting, Audits & External Coordination
- Prepare and submit required reports including:
- Annual Self-Audit to DOAS
- DOAA and E-Verify compliance documentation
- Serve as the primary liaison with DOAS and USG System Office for Procurement matters.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Knowledge of the processes and rules of the Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Strong leadership skills in a cooperative management style
- Ability to multi-task, manage workload and meet deadlines
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
- Five years of Purchasing administration experience
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree preferred.
- Working knowledge and experience with PeopleSoft Financials and the Works purchasing card management system is preferred.
- GCPM preferred, CPPO preferred.
Proposed Salary$105,023
Required Documents to Attach- Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
- Contact information for three professional references
Other InformationThis is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Background Check - Position of Trust + Education & Credit
