State Procurement Director pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32002423
- Class code
- 32002423
- Pay group
- NC26
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for State Procurement Director is $100,795 to $226,791 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32002423.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 12/2021.
What the state says the job is
Positions at this level have a leadership and consultative role in the development, management and implementation of complex statewide procurement functions and programs. This position serves as a statewide advisor on procurement and is responsible for establishing the State's policy and procedure for procurement and inventory management. Work includes strategic planning, consulting, budget planning, obtaining contract services, and other functions, while ensuring fiscal responsibility. The employee directs and supervises the operation of the State Purchase and Contract Division including a large staff of professionals in specialized procurement areas and support personnel. All work is accomplished within the strict limitations of authority specified by statute and by State Division of Purchase and Contract policy and procedure.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Thorough knowledge in general procurement and purchasing procedures and regulations of the State of North Carolina and thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations applicable to the area of procurement. Thorough knowledge of economics, market conditions, procurement and supply management. Ability to develop procurement strategies, ability to evaluate and analyze bids, coordinate selection activities and recommend award and ability to identify sources of supply, usually assist in specification development and bid evaluation. Ability to exhibit strong strategic thinking capability with a high level of negotiation skills and possess solid negotiations and proven leadership skill ...
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive procurement experience and two years of experience of which must be of a supervisory nature; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special requirements
Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.
Nearby classes in North Carolina
State Procurement Director in other states
| State | Minimum | Maximum | Per year at full time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $155,238 | $211,123 | $155,238 to $211,123 |
| Louisiana | $90,480 | $177,507 | $90,480 to $177,507 |
Each state publishes its own range for a classification with this exact title. Duties, grade structures and bargaining units differ between states, so read each class page before comparing.