Procurement Manager I

Perform a variety of procurement functions using technical skills, analysis, and reporting with particular emphasis in solicitations, contracts and purchasing for the South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS) in accordance with the South Carolina Procurement Code and Regulation. Responsible for the purchase of services and supplies to support the SCTCS to include, but not limited to tools, hardware, consumables, furniture, security services, janitorial, computer hardware/software. Responsible for processing solicitations in South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) for the System Office and technical colleges. Provides guidance and support to the technical colleges in matters related to procurement. Determine bid methods and provide justification for use. Develop and issue requests for information, quotations, and proposals. Prioritize bid invitations based on the agency's needs. Issue award statements and responsible for contract administration of awarded contracts. Create shopping carts (requisitions) when needed in SCEIS to initiate the procurement process. Responsible for creating purchase orders for SCTCS and reviewing all pertinent supporting documentation. Responsible for ensuring all receipts for purchasing card (PCard) transactions are in accordance with the South Carolina Procurement Code and assist in managing purchasing card transactions for the assigned end users. Serve as back up to Director of Procurement. A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts. Certified Professional Public Buyer or equivalent or meets eligibility for certification is a plus. Knowledge of rules, regulations and provisions of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations. Working knowledge of SCEIS Financial System.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of staff and management. Must have the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff and co-workers. Must be organized and able to anticipate future events and prepare as needed.