Supply Manager l

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health, dental, and life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State retirement plans

TicketatWork and WeSave discounts

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is seeking a Supply Manager I to plan, coordinate, and administer inventory, warehouse, procurement, and supply management operations across DJJ facilities.

Under the supervision of the Materials Manager, you will maintain stock levels, ensure compliance with state procurement rules, and liaise with staff, vendors, and leadership to improve efficiency while supporting safe, effective operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and work experience related to inventory/supply management.
• Knowledge of inventory control processes and supply practices.
• Familiarity with Windows software, Adobe, and SCEIS is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage inventory, warehouse, and supply operations for assigned facilities.
• Maintain stock levels and track supplies, equipment, and uniforms.
• Ensure inventory accuracy with perpetual inventory systems and best practices.
• Process procurement docs, Goods Issues/Receipts, and audit-compliant records.
• Prepare requisitions, shopping carts, and inventory reports.
• Serve as liaison between staff, vendors, and leadership on supply matters.
• Promote continuous improvement of inventory and supply management operations.

Skills

Communication

Inventory control

Auditing

Vendor liaison

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Windows

Adobe

SCEIS

Job description

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

Mission

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Materials Manager, the Supply Manager I plans, coordinates, and administers inventory, warehouse, procurement, and supply management operations for assigned Department of Juvenile Justice facilities. Ensures the efficient acquisition, tracking, storage, distribution, and accountability of supplies, equipment, uniforms, and assets while maintaining compliance with state procurement regulations, fiscal requirements, and agency policies. Supports facility operations through exceptional customer service, accurate inventory management, effective resource stewardship, and continuous process improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages inventory, warehouse, and supply operations for assigned facilities.
• Maintains adequate stock levels to support daily operations; receives, stores, distributes, and tracks supplies, uniforms, equipment, and other inventory items.
• Monitors inventory usage patterns, establishes reorder points, conducts physical inventories, and ensures inventory accuracy through perpetual inventory management systems and warehouse best practices.
• Ensures compliance with agency requirements, inventory control, and tool and supply management requirements.
• Processes and maintains procurement and inventory documentation, reconciles transactions, completes SCEIS inventory functions including Goods Issues and Goods Receipts, and ensures all inventory activities follow applicable regulations and audit standards.
• Performs administrative and operational support functions related to inventory and supply management.
• Prepares requisitions, shopping carts, inventory reports, spreadsheets, records, and supporting documentation.
• Maintains inventory databases, supply logs, and related administrative files.
• Serves as a liaison between facility staff, vendors, contractors, and agency leadership on supply and service matters.
• Coordinates facility operational support activities related to inventory, supplies, logistics, and resource management.
• Helps with vendor coordination, facility support services, inventory transitions, special inventory projects, and other operational activities necessary to support agency programs and facility effectiveness.
• When assigned, coordinates and supervises the activities of the SCDC work crew. Makes prompt reports of issues or obstacles related to the SCDC crew.
• Promotes continuous improvement of inventory and supply management operations.
• Conducts assessments of supply processes, solicits feedback from facilities and stakeholders, and assists with implementing improvements that enhance supply operations.
• Completes all employee training when assigned.
• Performs other related job duties required by Support Services and Leadership.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and work experience directly related to the area of employment.

Additional Requirements

• Requires a working knowledge of supply practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory control practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures applicable to Inventory Management.
• Must have knowledge of Windows Software, Adobe, and South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must possess a valid SC driver's license and be able to pass the Defensive Driver's training test.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in an environment with incarcerated juveniles.

This position is an essential position.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and at least three (3) years of work experience directly related to Inventory/Supply management. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for work experience.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required.