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State of South Carolina · 1 day ago

Business & Procurement Solutions Manager (Procurement Manager II) - 60027126 REPOST

Lexington County, SC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

The South Carolina Department of Education is seeking a forward-thinking Procurement Manager to lead, support, and conduct complex purchasing activities across the agency. This role will ensure compliance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code while also advancing streamlined, customer-centered procurement practices.

Government

Responsibilities

Lead the full procurement lifecycle—from market research and specification development to evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract execution—ensuring transparency, compliance, and best-value outcomes

Streamline and modernize procurement processes to reduce administrative burden, improve clarity and speed, and create a more user-friendly experience for agency offices and district partners

Deliver exceptional customer service by serving as a strategic advisor to internal teams, helping define needs, plan solicitations, and navigate options with clarity and confidence

Promote transparency and value in every purchasing decision by documenting evaluation processes, communicating clearly with stakeholders, and ensuring fair and defensible award recommendations

Strengthen vendor partnerships to encourage innovation, responsiveness, and collaborative problem-solving throughout contract performance

Administer contracts proactively, ensuring vendors meet expectations, resolving issues collaboratively, escalating as needed, and maintaining accurate contract documentation and performance records

Maintain strong knowledge of market trends, pricing, and supplier landscapes to inform sourcing strategies and support forward-looking procurement planning

Serve as a resource and trainer for agency staff on procurement methods, documentation standards, negotiations, policy requirements, and system usage—helping build procurement capability across the organization

Utilize procurement and financial systems to create purchase orders, link contracts, maintain procurement records, and coordinate with Finance to ensure timely and accurate payment processing

Continuously evaluate and refine procurement tools and workflows to increase efficiency, support data-driven decision-making, and uphold high standards of quality, compliance, and service

Qualification

Procurement managementContract managementVendor managementSCEIS/SAPPublic-sector procurementCollaborative relationship-buildingContinuous improvement mindsetClear communicationAdaptability

Required

A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contract management

Preferred

Bachelor's degree and/or experience in procurement, contracting, or related fields (such as finance, operations, supply chain, project management, or vendor management)

Knowledge of procurement or related business practices, with the ability to evaluate information, compare options, and make sound, well-documented recommendations

Systems-thinker with a continuous improvement mindset, able to streamline processes, simplify workflows, and build more intuitive, user-centered procurement practices

Clear and collaborative communicator who can translate complex rules into practical guidance for colleagues, leadership, school district partners, and vendors

Collaborative relationship-builder who approaches procurement as a service function, fostering trust, transparency, and strategic partnerships across teams and with vendors

Curious, adaptive learner committed to ongoing skill development, including training in SC procurement regulations, technology tools (e.g., SCEIS/SAP), and new approaches that enhance efficiency and support the agency's mission

Familiarity with public-sector procurement or the SC Consolidated Procurement Code preferred (training and professional development provided)