Procurement Manager

Job Summary

Performs as a professional procurement officer. Processes systemwide requisitions utilizing all procurement sourcing methods in compliance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code, SC Regulations, and University and departmental policies and procedures. Solicits, evaluates, and awards offers for simple and complex purchases. Performs contract administration duties and provides customer service to all University stakeholders including faculty, staff and supplier community.

• Processes purchase transactions ranging from routine small purchases with simple competition to more complex acquisitions requiring detailed specifications and evaluation.
• Obtains and evaluates quotes, issues purchase orders, and ensures compliance with applicable procurement policies and procedures.
• Performs additional procurement‑related duties as needed, including vendor communication, documentation of sourcing decisions, support for required public notices, and assistance with administrative processes such as change orders, audit readiness, and records requests.
• Performs purchasing and contract administration duties from initial requirement development through close‑out, with an emphasis on Invitation for Bids and Fixed Price Bids.
• Works with departments to develop specifications, obtain and evaluate quotes, issue purchase orders, and ensure compliance with applicable procurement policies and procedures.
• Monitors transactions through completion and maintains appropriate documentation.
• Serves as liaison and consultant for the University community including faculty, staff, suppliers, and constituents.
• Performs additional duties as necessary to support departmental and University mission, vision, and objectives, including administrative functions; serving on panels, committees, and task forces; attending networking and professional development events; providing instruction; and providing internal and external customer service.
• Keeps track of conducted departmental trainings, including maintaining attendance and monitoring completion of training for the Business Manager Certificate Program.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job‑related field and 2 or more years of job‑related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job‑related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

• Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (Uppcc), Cppo or Cppb. NIGP – Cpp is preferred.
• Experience related to state procurement and/or professional services.

• Knowledge of State and University policy and procedures, including familiarity with SC Consolidated Procurement Code.
• Ability to work harmoniously with a diverse group of people.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills.

• Job Level: P2 - Professional
• Business Title (Internal Title):
  Procurement Manager
• Campus:
  Columbia, Work County:
  Richland
• Division:
  Division of Administration and Finance, Department: DAF Purchasing and Central Supply
• Pay Range: $52,526 - $78,789
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with one hour for lunch; flexible schedule may be required.
• Position Type:
  Full Time, Hours per Week: 37.5
• Basis: 12 months
• Safety/Security Sensitive:
  No

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

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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.