Job Description

Posting number: 192213

Department: Department of Motor Vehicles

Division: Procurement

Job classification: Procurement Manager I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Management, Miscellaneous, Purchasing

This position is located in the Procurement Office, at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood, SC.

• Supervise and oversees Procurement Contract management staff and area as directed by the Procurement Office. Responsible for ensuring compliance with contractual terms and resolving any contract-related issues that may arise. Identify and assess potential risks associated with contracts and develop risk mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Responsible for the daily operation of the Contracts Management System. Interacts with divisions throughout the agency to coordinate administration, system updates, and general program maintenance. Serves as a liaison between Office of General Counsel (OGC) , Information Mangement Office (IMO), IT, and other divisions to coordinate system implementation, upgrades, and supporting data governance policies to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Provides user interface support, training, data quality monitoring, and reporting for system users and upper management.
• Request and critically examine data from SCDMV to identify trends and examine for accuracy. Utilize data from various sources for compiling contract reports to demonstrate monitoring outcomes, programs evaluation, and quality assurance efforts. Analyzes, reviews, and makes recommendations for a variety of SCDMV contracts, programs, and services. Inform department areas when contracts are coming near expiration and assist them in getting the proper documentation into procuremnt and/or OGC to start the contractual renewal process. Assist in the development of SOWs for agency contract and solicitations.Takes the leadership role in conducting meetings with contractors, subcontractors, and other external stakeholders as needed while facilitating ongoing program improvements.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) as needed based on contractual requirements.
• Submit requisitions into South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) to start the solicitation process.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Examples of duties

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree and relevant program experience. A Bachelor's degree may be substituted for the work experience.

Agency Requirements

• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.

Additional Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of contract administration principles, legal terminology, and general knowledge of procurement practices and principles.
• Must have good cognitive skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Must be able to make independent, logical decisions.
• Must have ability to set priorities within workload areas and schedule time accordingly.
• Must be able to work within a strategic environment with multi-year priorities and timelines.
• This is a critical position that requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must have high ethics and professionalism with a customer service driven attitude and strong support abilities.
• Overnight travel should not be needed; however, occasional training opportunities may require some overnight stays.

Qualifications

Agency Preferred

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager or in a similar role, preferably within a government agency or large organization.
• Experience with SAP, SCEIS, or a similar purchasing system.
• Knowledge of the S.C. State Consolidated Procurement Code.

Supplemental information

What’s in it for you?
At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children ( also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs ( optional for Temporary Employees)
• An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP)at no cost to the employee or members of their household

So, what are you waiting for? Come be a part of a fast-growing, dynamic agency, and join a team that offers an opportunity for accelerated professional growth!

Additional Comments
The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.