| Location | Greensboro, NC |
Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The position is responsible for acquiring goods and services for the University. Within the Procurement Services Department Team, the Purchasing Agent/Procurement Specialist is expected to interface with department personnel and other administrators at the University to ensure that the University's needs and requirements are attained. This position is responsible for evaluating requisitions for completeness, and taking appropriate actions for effective, ethical and timely procurement of products and services for the University. This position is scheduled for a normal 8:00am to 5:00PM work shift; however, the position carries a professional obligation to work additional hours when necessary to ensure performance of required duties or to meet deadlines.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Procurement Office provides direction over the entire procurement activities within NCA&TSU, including purchasing and administration of the procurement card. Manages all procedural aspects of purchasing activities within State and Federal laws, North Carolina Division of Purchase and Contract rules and regulations, agency/university policy and procedures. Communicates with internal and external customers, clients and suppliers; negotiates between parties; verifies availability of funds, advises management on proper allocation of funds, etc.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree; or Associate's degree and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Preferably five or more years in-depth responsibility for working with and procuring complex goods and services (i.e. Information Technology, Facilities, Engineering, Research).
Skills
Required License or Certification
Position will require a:
North Carolina Contract Management Certification (NCCM) or completion within first year of employment.
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 Procurement Specialist I Position Number 000096 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 EPA3287 Open Date 11/06/2026 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 11/23/2026 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. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. 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, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following 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/42077
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
(Open Ended Question)
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents