System Procurement Manager II

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays (including anextended

Professional Development Opportunities

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a procurement professional to manage systemwide duties and ensure compliance with procurement codes across the University system. This role requires collaboration with vendors and internal departments to optimize purchasing processes.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of related experience; CPPO/CPPB certification is preferred. Competitive benefits and a structured work environment in Columbia, SC are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a job related field is required.
• 3+ years of job related experience required; may be substituted by related certification or training.
• UPPCC CPPO/CPPB certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs systemwide complex duties with procurement of large volume and highly complex information technology and goods and services between the entire University system and vendors.
• Obtains competition in accordance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code and internal policies.
• Assists and advises the University community on procurement policies and regulations as they relate to acquisitions.
• Issues competitive solicitations to obtain IT and goods and services; assists departments in negotiation and drafting of final contract terms.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a high level customer service program; provides market research and options to improve satisfaction.
• Acts as contract administrator by monitoring contract performance and assisting Purchasing staff with changes.
• Provides expertise by communicating with senior leadership and assisting the Legal Department to avoid litigation.

Skills

SC Procurement Code

Specification writing

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPPO/CPPB certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

We are only accepting applications submitted by May 19, 2026.

Location: Columbia, SC

Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category Other Professional

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Salary

Anticipated Hiring Range $65,557 - Salary commensurate with qualifications

Work Schedule

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs systemwide complex duties with procurement of large volume and highly complex information technology and goods and services between the entire University system and vendors.
• Obtains competition in accordance with the provisions of the SC Consolidated Procurement Code and internal policies and procedures of the University system.
• Assists and advises the systemwide University community on procurement policies and regulations as it relates to the acquisition of materials, information technology and equipment required for departmental operations.
• Issues competitive solicitations to obtain information technology and goods and services in accordance with the provisions of the SC Procurement Code. Assists departments in the negotiation and drafting of final contract terms following solicitation evaluation and prior to award for all departments within the University system.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a high level customer service program by meeting and communicating with customers; providing an ongoing service evaluation to monitor weaknesses and measure quality of service; provides market research and market intelligence to inform customers of current products available and provides related options and more economic alternatives to continuously improve customer satisfaction levels, including the development and implementation of work planning processes.
• Acts as contract administrator by monitoring the performance of contracts to ensure compliance with contract terms as well as assisting Purchasing Staff with contract change requests.
• Provides professional expertise by communicating with senior leadership; representing the Department, communicating with and acting as advisor to various committees and groups including but not limited to the University administration, other departments, and State Fiscal Accountability Authority. Assists the University’s Legal Department by reviewing specifications, contract awards, protests and any other procurement issues to ensure that proper steps are taken to avoid litigation.

Position Attributes

• Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

• Universal Public Procurement Certification Council ( UPPCC ), CPPO or CPPB. NIGP - CPP is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Universal Public Procurement Certification Council ( UPPCC ), CPPO or CPPB . NIGP - CPP is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Familiarization with or ability to learn SC Consolidated Procurement Code.
• Knowledge of specification writing, contracts and procurement.
• Knowledge of a personal computer with analytical skills.
• Analytical skills and the ability to collect, compile and assemble information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to interpret policies and procedures accurately.
• Verbal and written communication skills.