Procurement Manager I / 60018301

Job Responsibilities

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians. This position is located in Procurement, Richland County. This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager I, who will coordinate and execute procurement functions for the Procurement Services Division in accordance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, Regulations and other governing laws, rules and regulations. Prepares, processes and issues purchases in an efficient and effective manner. Assists in the development and execution of the P-Card program. Assists with training of shopping cart creators. May assist with complex procurement functions such as bid solicitations. Review and process shopping carts to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance. Processes and issue purchase orders in compliance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, Regulations and established policies, procedures and within the SCEIS guidelines. Responsible for assigning shopping carts to other team members. Responsible for maintaining a Purchase Order Repository file in departments shared drive.

Serves as the primary P-Card Administrator. Administers the P-Card program and acts as the agency’s intermediary in correspondence with Bank of America. Accurately and efficiently solicits and awards Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) and Invitation for Bids (IFBs) in compliance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, Regulations, and procurement policies and procedures and within SCEIS guidelines. Assumes a primary role in state year-end close-out of purchase orders and reissuance of purchase orders for new state fiscal year. In addition, assumes primary role in transitioning to federal fiscal year. Coordinates with other departments including fiscal, budgets, and program area and suppliers (if necessary) to ensure successful closure of outstanding purchase orders at the end of fiscal year and transition to new state and federal fiscal year.

Provides procurement training, guidance and assistance, as required, to agency staff related to shopping carts, procurement practices, SC Consolidated Procurement Code, access to state term contracts, navigation in SCEIS, and access to vendor registration information and NIGP codes. May be required to attend training or conferences out of the town or out of state.

Ensure accurate tracking of the number of Copier/Printers and the respective locations and contract effective and expiration dates. Completes other duties as assigned by Administrative Manager of Contracts and Procurements in timeframe specified.

Benefits

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or a closely related field and experience in procurement and purchase orders and contracts in a similar environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted with prior State Human Resources approval.

Preferred Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts. Knowledge and experience soliciting complex Information Technology (IT) procurements. Extensive knowledge of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations and the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).

Additional Requirements

Occasional overnight travel. Lifting requirements: 25 lbs. Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval. Sitting or standing for long periods of time. A valid driver's license.

Additional Comments

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.

Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

Note: The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Please, thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of your application and the Supplemental Questions. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation or omissions will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination. You may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions.

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