Strategic System Procurement Manager II

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a System Procurement Manager II to lead strategic purchasing and supplier management in Columbia, SC. This mid-senior level role focuses on public procurement practices within higher education, ensuring cost-effective, compliant sourcing and contract execution.

Responsibilities include overseeing procurement strategies across departments, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving supplier performance to meet organizational goals.

Qualifications

• CPPO/CPPB certification preferred or equivalent.
• NIGP-CPP certification preferred.

Skills

Public procurement

Vendor management

Education

UPPCC CPPO/ CPPB certification

NIGP-CPP certification

Job description

The University of South Carolina is seeking a System Procurement Manager II to lead strategic purchasing and supplier management in Columbia, SC. This mid-senior level role focuses on public procurement practices within higher education, ensuring cost-effective, compliant sourcing and contract execution.

Responsibilities include overseeing procurement strategies across departments, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving supplier performance to meet organizational goals.