Information Technology Procurement Director

Information Technology Procurement Director

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.

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

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 include strategic procurement leadership, competitive solicitations and RFP management, procurement governance, compliance, and policy, stakeholder advisory and relationship management, and contract negotiation and vendor management.