Strategic Contracts & Procurement Manager

South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

15 days vacation

13 paid holidays

State retirement plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles seeks a skilled Contract Manager in Blythewood, SC, to lead procurement contract management, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities for a large state agency.

You will oversee the Contracts Management System, coordinate with divisions across the agency, liaise with OGC, IMO and IT, ensure data accuracy and compliance, support user training, monitor renewals, and drive program improvements with senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of contract administration and procurement principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise procurement contract management staff and ensure compliance.
• Operate Contracts Management System and coordinate across divisions.
• Analyze data, prepare contract reports, and monitor renewals.
• Develop SOWs and lead meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Participate in Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and CAP monitoring.
• Submit requisitions in SCEIS to start solicitation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Contract management

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

SCEIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles seeks a skilled Contract Manager in Blythewood, SC, to lead procurement contract management, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities for a large state agency.

You will oversee the Contracts Management System, coordinate with divisions across the agency, liaise with OGC, IMO and IT, ensure data accuracy and compliance, support user training, monitor renewals, and drive program improvements with senior