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Posting Number
STA00579PO26

Job Family
Procurement and Inventory Control

Job Function
Information Technology Procurement

USC Market Title
IT Procurement Director

Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/210609

Job Level
E0 - Directors and Executives

Business Title (Internal Title)
Information Technology Procurement Director

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance

Department
DAF Purchasing and Central Supply

State Pay Range
G13

USC Market Range
MRM - $107,351 $136,872 $166,394

Anticipated Hiring Range
$107,351

Location of Vacancy
Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Work Schedule

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis
12 months

Job Search Category
Other Professional

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The IT Procurement Director serves as the senior procurement official responsible for leading and managing complex, high-value procurement activities for enterprise-wide technology initiatives. Provides strategic direction, oversight, and compliance assurance for competitive solicitations, contract negotiations, and acquisition strategies in accordance with the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and University policies. Acts as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on procurement strategy, risk mitigation, and supplier engagement for mission-critical technology procurements.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and at least 8 years of job related experience, including some prior management experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or public sector procurement.
• Professional certification such as CPPO, CPPB, CPSM, or equivalent.
• Experience with enterprise IT procurements, including software, cloud, and integrated systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-value procurements and formal solicitation processes (RFPs, IFBs).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and public procurement practices.
• Expertise in developing and managing complex solicitations and contracts.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of procurement strategies for complex, high-value IT acquisitions, including enterprise systems, cloud services, software licensing, and professional services.
• Direct cross-functional procurement initiatives ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, funding constraints, and long-term strategic goals.
• Provide leadership and expert guidance on procurement approaches, including competitive sealed bidding, competitive sealed proposals, and alternative procurement methods.
• Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing, cost savings, and process optimization across IT procurement categories.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
30

Job Duty

Competitive Solicitations & RFP Management

• Oversee the full lifecycle of formal solicitations, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations for Bids (IFBs), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).
• Develop complex solicitation documents, scopes of work, evaluation criteria, and contractual requirements for high-risk or high-value procurements.
• Lead and advise evaluation committees, ensuring fair, transparent, and defensible evaluation processes.
• Direct negotiations with vendors to achieve best value outcomes, including pricing, service levels, and contractual protections.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
25

Job Duty

Procurement Governance, Compliance & Policy

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code, state regulations, and University policies.
• Provide authoritative guidance on procurement compliance, risk mitigation, and contract terms and conditions.
• Coordinate with General Counsel, Information Security, Audit, and Compliance offices to ensure appropriate review and approval of procurement actions.
• Maintain documentation and audit readiness for complex procurement activities.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Stakeholder Advisory & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary procurement advisor to IT leadership, executive management, and departmental stakeholders on complex acquisitions.
• Facilitate early engagement with stakeholders to define procurement requirements, develop statements of work, and determine appropriate acquisition strategies.
• Provide education, training, and guidance to University personnel on procurement processes, policies, and best practices.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
15

Job Duty

Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management

• Lead negotiation of complex contracts, including enterprise agreements, SaaS contracts, and multi-year service agreements.
• Ensure contracts include appropriate risk mitigation provisions, performance metrics, and compliance requirements.
• Support strategic supplier management activities, including performance evaluation and issue resolution.
• Analyze vendor proposals to ensure alignment with organizational needs and value objectives.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No

Hazardous weather category
Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
08/16/2026

Job Open Date
07/30/2026

Job Close Date
09/13/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 13, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/210734