Procurement Specialist II Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Procurement Specialist II State of South Carolina – 2.9

Richland County, SC Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$49.8K – $73.2K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Microsoft Excel Procurement Mid-level Microsoft Office 3 years Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Communication skills Full Job Description Job Responsibilities The position reports directly to the Procurement Manager, handles procurement requests as directed; it also works closely with the Finance Department. Performs specialized procurement duties with an understanding of the provisions of the South Carolina Procurement Code as well as the Attorney General’s policies and procedures in support of the agency’s strategic goals. Process shopping carts, purchase orders, purchase requests, payments, and invoices via SCEIS; assist with developing and issuing solicitations—invitations for bids (IFBs), requests for proposals (RFPs), and requests for quotations (RFQs). Ensures all procurement activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and state and agency policies. Completes quarterly procurement reports, end-of-year reports, and other onboarding duties as assigned. Assist the Purchasing Manager in developing a long-term procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives. Assists with updating and maintaining the procurement and purchasing card manual; assists with annual inventory audit. May assist with procurement training for office staff. Receives general purchase deliveries when notified by the receptionist, signs the delivery ticket/receipt, and forwards to the appropriate staff. This position also includes an excellent benefits package: Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility. Paid parental leave. Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children. Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year. Fifteen days of sick leave per year. Thirteen paid holidays. State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs. Minimum and Additional Requirements Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of procurement experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirements:

Able to lift to 50 lbs. Occasionally, move small furniture, boxes, supplies, and equipment upon receipt. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, vendors, officials and outside entities. Good, effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently with accuracy and able to meet deadlines. Ability to conduct market research, identify potential suppliers, and assess their capabilities and pricing structures for recommendations. Ability to identify trends, analyze supplier performance and make informed procurement decisions. Proficient and knowledgeable with SCEIS processing requisitions, shopping carts, purchase order, receipt of purchases and related SCEIS procurement tasks.

Strong Microsoft suite:

Excel, Adobe and WORD document skills. Additional Comments

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECKS, DELINQUENT TAX CHECKS, AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE REQUIRED. THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

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