Procurement Manager I

South Carolina DDSN; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SCDNR is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support staff on all procurement issues and ensure compliance with the SC Consolidated Code, regulations, and agency policies. You will handle complex procurement activities, develop quotes and PO’s, and manage contracts with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of procurement experience, with working knowledge of SCEIS and CPPB/CPPO certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of procurement experience.
• Solid knowledge of the SC Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations.
• Experience with SCEIS; CPPB/CPPO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct procurement activities in accordance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, regulations, and agency policies.
• Review shopping carts for accuracy and determine appropriate procurement method.
• Develop, review, and issue quotes and purchase orders for goods and services.
• Conduct solicitations and contract management duties and coordinate with existing state contracts.
• Support agency staff through all phases of the procurement and solicitation process; ensure contract compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Negotiation

Supplier relations

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPPB/CPPO certification preferred

Tools

SCEIS system

Job description

This employee will be responsible for providing support to SCDNR staff on all procurement issues and ensuring all procurement functions are accomplished in compliance with the South Carolina Consolidated Code and Regulations, the SCDNR Procurement Manual, and all Agency policies and procedures.

Job Duties Include:

• Conducting complex procurement activities in accordance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, SC Regulations, and other governing laws and rules.
• Reviewing shopping carts for accuracy and determining appropriate procurement method.
• Developing, reviewing, and issuing quotes and purchase orders for the acquisition of good and services within the guidelines of the code.
• Conducting solicitations and contract management (including the use of existing Agency and SC State Term Contracts) duties as needed and assigned within the guidelines of the code.
• Supporting Agency staff with all phases of the procurement and solicitation process.
• Providing on-going contract administration with contractors and internal customers (agency staff) to ensure full compliance with contractual obligations.
• Acting as the travel liaison for lodging reservations for all divisions except Law Enforcement.
• Acting as a back-up to the LE travel liaison.
• Serving as the agency travel card holder and books hotel rooms, ensuring essential paperwork is complete, reviewing all completed folios, and submits p-card travel statement with documents on time.
• Reviewing Contract performance while coordinating with users for regular review of vendor performance and reporting as well as manages contract mediation if needed for contract performance issues.
• Completing training courses related to job description/requirements.
• Creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOP/Desk Manual) for procurement staff and end users.

A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts. Must have working knowledge of the SC Consolidated Procurement Code rules, regulations and provisions. Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience procuring goods and services and managing the contract process; experience with the SCEIS system; certification as a CPPB or CPPO preferred. Solid knowledge of the SC Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations; ability to use good judgement and discretion; and the ability to communicate in a positive, supportive, and professional manner. Advanced skills in the SC government solicitation process, contract management, the procurement of goods and services of all types, negotiation, documentation, customer service and communication.

Current applicants need not reapply.