Procurement Manager II – 60018456 Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Procurement Manager

II – 60018456

State of South Carolina – 2.9 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $56,210 – $104,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Contract management Procurement Mid-level Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree 2 years Full Job Description JOB The position is on the Agency Sourcing Team for IT within the Division of Procurement Services (DPS).The successful candidate may be hired to work in Columbia, Florence, Conway, Greenville, Spartanburg or Charleston, once training has been completed.

Develops solicitations prior to posting to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and the guidelines of the Consolidated Procurement Code, regulations. Develops and reviews solicitation documents including scope, instructions to offer technical and functional specifications/statements of work, qualifications, award, criteria, terms and conditions, bidding schedules and all necessary attachments. Works with the end users and other procurement managers, applying knowledge of procurement practices, and conducting market analysis. Performs delegation reviews of agency solicitations as assigned.

Evaluates responses to procurements to ensure that offers are responsive and responsible. Awards contracts appropriately based on source selection method, ensuring that awards are in compliance with South Carolina’s Procurement Code and MMO policy. When using a panel to evaluate offers, instructs and guides the panel through the procurement process by managing discussion and providing appropriate tools and information to facilitate the process. Consolidates individual panel member evaluations and provides proper documentation for award determination. Negotiates terms and draft final contact documents. Assists other procurement managers with complex procurements as directed by management.

Provide on-going contract administration by working with customers and/or end users, and other procurement staff to ensure that contractors fully perform their contractual obligations. Resolves issues by working with all parties (contractors and end-users) to clarify requirements and resolve misunderstanding. Determines need to escalate issues and keeps management informed on sensitive issues that may result in termination.

Serve as a consultant to using governmental entities and procurement staff by assisting and providing guidance with purchasing methods, sources of supply, policies and procedures, negotiations, and compliance with South Carolina’s Procurement Code. Works with contractors and other vendors to maintain current information on products and services, business standards and practices and market conditions.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES A

bachelor’s degree and experience in procurement and contract management or an approved acceptable equivalence in accordance with State Human Resources regulations. A valid driver’s license for statewide and other travel as required.

Must serve as a lead ESF7 representative whenever Emergency Operations Center is activated. Overnight travel may be required on occasion. This position is considered essential (critical) for the continuation of key agency and/or state government operations and services during an emergency. As determined by management, this position may be required to report to work when the office is closed.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The state Fiscal Accountability Authority offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE 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