Director of Procurement and Insurance - York, United States - State of South Carolina

Description

Salary: $66, $123,763.00 Annually

Location : York County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: S

Agency: Winthrop University

Opening Date: 04/23/2024

Closing Date: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To apply go to

Class Code:: AC50

Slot Number:: 0001

Position Number:: A

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 8

Opening Date: 04/23/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Finance, the Director of Procurement & Insurance directs and manages the university's purchasing and insurance programs to create a best-in-class operation that complies with all applicable state laws and regulations.

Leadership

• Develops, publishes and disseminates agency procedures for compliance with the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code.
• Directs and has primary responsibility for the procurement management function and ensures efficient and responsive performance by department personnel.
• Manages the sourcing of all commodity groups.
• Negotiates and finalizes procurement and risk management contracts on behalf of the university.

Insurance

• Manages the insurance program to ensure proper risk is assigned through insurance coverages or policies/procedures.
• Administers solicitation insurance policies for property, liability and surety coverages and compiles/processes insurance claims.
• Maintains effective professional and contractual relationships with service providers.
• Manages program administration, including policies, procedures, recordkeeping and documentation.

Procurement/Operations

• Develops and maintains internal and external procedures, including training/documentation manuals.
• Consults with and advises university administrators, faculty, and staff regarding procurement and risk management polices and procedures.
• Responsible for fiscal accountability/documentation of procurement acquisitions and insurance certifications, where appropriate.
• Directs and supervises the day-to-day activities of department staff.

Contracts/Reporting

• Negotiates/resolves contract disputes or controversial issues and drafts related correspondence when appropriate.
• Represents Winthrop as liaison to MMO, IRF and CIO and interacts with other divisions of state government, including private related entities.
• Acts as official and drafts/implements agency's MBE utilization plan for the President.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field;
• Five years of full-time experience in a purchasing/procurement environment; and
• At least three years of supervisory experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement policies, procedures and contract management, including the bidding process, vendor negotiations and purchase order processing.
• Working knowledge of the South Carolina Procurement Code and ability to interpret state procurement regulations and policies.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to provide strong leadership to department staff and members of the campus community.
• Ability to stablish effective working relationships with staff, faculty, university leadership, contractors and the state procurement office.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Sufficient technical ability to perform job duties efficiently and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the South Carolina Procurement Code and
• Professional certification (CPPO, CPM, CPPB or other relevant state certification).

Additional Comments

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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.