Procurement Manager II

About the Agency

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.

The position is located in Contracts & Procurement, Richland County. This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager II who, under the direction and limited supervision of the Administrative Manager for Contracts and Procurement, plans, coordinates and develops complex solicitations for the procurement of goods and services, information technology and other services, supplies, and equipment for the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Works collaboratively with internal program areas, General Counsel and external local, state, and federal stakeholders to achieve effective results.

Ensures compliance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations, policies and procedures, and other local, state and federal requirements. Selects and utilizes the most appropriate source selection method to process procurement requests. Develops solicitation documents including detailed scopes and technical/functional requirements in accordance with appropriate South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) processes and procedures. Works closely with other members of the Contracts and Procurement team to provide mentorship, guidance, and relevant procurement training while assisting in the development and coaching of team members.

Performs contract administration duties, conducts market research and coordinates pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences as needed. Negotiates terms and drafts final contract documents. Develops, implements, and monitors compliance with department policies and procedures. Serves as an agency liaison with the State Procurement Office (SPO) for various procurements.

• Responsible for all procurement functions within the agency as certified by the State Fiscal Accountability Authority (SFAA); and acts with substantial discretion in the contracting process. Leads the procurement process, develops procurement documents including instructions to offerors, technical and functional specifications, qualifications, award criteria, terms and conditions, bidding schedules and all necessary attachments by working with the Department end user, applying knowledge of procurement practices.
  
  Evaluates responses to procurements to ensure that offers are responsive and responsible. Instructs and guides the evaluation panel through the procurement process by managing discussion and providing appropriate tools and information to facilitate the process. Ensure that awards are fair, legally defensible, and in compliance with the SC Procurement Code. Manages the negotiation of acceptable terms and conditions. Directs the solicitation process in a manner that limits the Department's exposure to protests and represents the Department in such protests, if they occur.
  
  Serves as a liaison to the Materials Management Office (MMO) of the SFAA, and Division of Technology (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). the Department of Administration in accordance with State and Federal law, SC Procurement Code and CMS regulations as required.
• Acts as a liaison to the program areas regarding all aspects of contracting and procurement, providing guidance and assistance in the development of procurement documents, technical specifications, evaluation techniques, and selection of vendors/contractors. In coordination with SCDHHS Legal, leads the development of contract and procurement language to protect the Department’s best interests and works to satisfy strategic Contracting objectives, and reviews/revises language templates to maintain compliance with State and Federal laws.
  
  Participates with the leadership team to support the contracting and procurement process, and is held accountable for the end results. Provides technical advice regarding protests of solicitations and procurements before Chief Procurement Officers and Procurement Review Panel. Leads discussions pertinent to contract performance, market changes, market intelligence, and strategic decision‑making.
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