Procurement Specialist - NEW
State of South Carolina
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Posted: March 5, 2026 (1 day ago)
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Procurement Manager II
State of South Carolina
Technical College System, System Office
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$66,400 - $119,500
per year
Type
Full-Time
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SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing procurement activities for South Carolina's technical college system, including handling purchases, ensuring everything follows state laws and policies, and supporting staff across 16 colleges.
It requires coordinating with vendors and internal teams to process contracts efficiently and provide training on buying procedures.
A good fit would be someone organized with experience in government purchasing who enjoys working with rules and building relationships to keep operations smooth.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience in procurement and contract management
- Comprehensive knowledge of state-level accounting, budgeting, and procurement practices
- Familiarity with South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and SCEIS Financial System
- Strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and terminology
- Proficiency in analyzing financial data using modeling tools
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to negotiate, interpret, and evaluate complex procurement processes
Full Job Description
Requirements
A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contract management. Certified Professional Public Buyer or equivalent or meets eligibility for certification is a plus.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of state-level accounting, budgeting, and procurement practices, including familiarity with the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and the SCEIS Financial System.
Possess a strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and terminology, along with proficiency in utilizing modeling tools and procedures to analyze financial data.
Capable of negotiating, interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating complex procurement processes. Able to draft clear and concise reports and correspondence.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with staff and management at all levels.
Maintain the ability to build and sustain positive working relationships with colleagues and staff, demonstrates organizational skills, and proactively prepares for future needs and events.
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