Salary: $57,700.00 - $103,900.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 177584
Agency: Technical College System, System Office
Division: Finance
Opening Date: 06/30/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AC30
Position Number:: 61080019
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Opening Date: 06/30/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the State application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application or to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications and additional requirements for the position. The SC Technical College System provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Perform a variety of procurement functions using technical skills, analysis, and reporting with particular emphasis in solicitations, contracts and purchasing for the South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS) in accordance with the South Carolina Procurement Code and Regulation. Responsible for the purchase of services and supplies to support the SCTCS to include, but not limited to tools, hardware, consumables, furniture, security services, janitorial, computer hardware/software. Responsible for processing solicitations in South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) for the System Office and technical colleges. Provides guidance and support to the technical colleges in matters related to procurement. Determine bid methods and provide justification for use. Develop and issue requests for information, quotations, and proposals. Prioritize bid invitations based on the agency's needs. Issue award statements and responsible for contract administration of awarded contracts. Create shopping carts (requisitions) when needed in SCEIS to initiate the procurement process. Responsible for creating purchase orders for SCTCS and reviewing all pertinent supporting documentation. Responsible for processing monthly utilities and other pre-approved higher limit procurements on the purchasing card and ensure all receipts for purchasing card transaction are in accordance with the South Carolina Procurement Code and submit to the Purchasing Card liaison by the specified date. Assists in managing purchasing card transactions for the assigned end users. Serve as back up to Director of Procurement.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts. Certified Professional Public Buyer or equivalent or meets eligibility for certification. Knowledge of rules, regulations and provisions of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code and Regulations. Working knowledge of SCEIS Financial System. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of staff and management. Must have the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff and co-workers. Must be organized and able to anticipate future events and prepare as needed.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01

What is your highest level of education completed?

• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate

02

Do you possess knowledge of SC Procurement Codes and Regulations?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of procurement experience do you have?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5-6 years
• 7-8 years
• 9 years or more

04

Do you have SCEIS - Materials Management training and experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you willing to travel statewide (as needed) in order to perform the job function(s)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question