Procurement Manager I / Procurement Manager - 194641

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina, SCDMV Procurement Office in Blythewood, SC, seeks a motivated Procurement Manager to lead procurement duties, contract management, and staff supervision.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and procurement experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook; occasional overnight travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts.
• Must complete a nationwide background check including fingerprinting.
• Strong written and oral communication; proficient with Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Ensure completion of daily procurement duties as directed by the Procurement Officer.
• Manage procurement functions of projects and all resulting contracts.
• Supervise Procurement Department staff as directed by the Procurement Officer.
• Serve as Agency P-Card Administrator as directed by Procurement Officer.
• Other duties as assigned by Procurement Officer.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in procurement and contracts

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Do you have strong management skills? Do you love to plan, prepare, and manage projects? Then we may have the right job for you. The SCDMV is looking for a motivated and experienced Procurement Manager. If you have the qualifications and experience, raise your hand! This is the time for you to make the change you've been wanting. Come join our team and find the keys to your future!

This position is in the Procurement Office, at SCDMV Headquarters, Blythewood, SC.

Responsibilities of the Procurement Manager

• Ensure the completion of all daily Procurement duties as directed by the Procurement Officer. This also includes all contract management duties as directed by the Procurement Officer.
• Manage Procurement functions of projects/procurements as assigned by the Procurement Officer. This includes managing all resulting contracts. This also includes handling required reporting issues and tasks and creating Scopes of Work and other related procurement documents.
• Supervise Procurement Department staff as directed by the Procurement Officer.
• Take on role of Agency P-Card Administrator as directed by Procurement Officer.
• All other duties as assigned by Procurement Officer.

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted with prior approval.

Agency Requirements

• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment.
• Ability to exercise judgement and discretion.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Must have an advanced level of communication both oral and written and advanced ability to work in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Employee will report directly to the Procurement Officer.
• Employee must be able to work independently; however, employee's work will be supervised and reviewed by the Procurement Officer.
• Occasional training opportunities may require some overnight stays.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Agency Preferred

• A bachelor's degree and (5) years' experience in procurement and contracts.
• Procurement Certification is a plus.
• Supervisory experience and working knowledge of SCEIS from shopping carts to solicitations, the State’s Purchasing Card program and contract management is preferred.

What’s in it for you?

At the SCDMV you get to be part of exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
• An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP)at no cost to the employee or members of their household

Additional Comments

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.