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Posting Number STA00545PO25
Job Family Procurement and Inventory Control
Job Function Procurement
USC Market Title Procurement Manager
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133575
Job Level P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) System Procurement Manager I
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Administration and Finance
Department DAF Purchasing and Central Supply
State Pay Band 6
Approved Starting Salary $54,165
Advertised Salary Range $54,165 - Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other Professional
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Advertised Job Summary
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
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.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC), CPPO or CPPB. NIGP- CPP is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Job Duty
Manages the procurement of large construction and minor construction projects for the University. Coordinate the design-bid-build and alternative project delivery methods in accordance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code. Negotiate and drafts contracts on behalf of the University. Serves as the contract administrator and manager for all Capital Projects. Serves as consultant to project managers and departments throughout the University for the purpose of assisting and guiding purchases of construction.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Executes professional services and construction contracts by drafting contracts to comply with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code and University standards.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Processes orders for purchases which range from general/small and requiring simple competition to technical/large and requiring complex competition.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Issues competitive solicitations for goods and services in accordance with the SC Consolidated Procurement Code.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Performs additional duties as necessary to support departmental and University mission, vision, and objectives . Additional duties may include administrative functions; serving on panels, committees, and task forces; attends networking and professional development events; provides instruction; provides internal and external customer service.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Essential
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/15/2025
Job Open Date 07/08/2025
Job Close Date 08/22/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 22, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/190336
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