NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Business & Procurement Solutions Manager (Procurement Manager II) - 60027126 REPOST
Lexington County, SC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$66K/yr - $120K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a forward-thinking Procurement Manager to lead and support complex purchasing activities across the South Carolina Department of Education. The role involves ensuring compliance with procurement codes, modernizing workflows, and strengthening vendor relationships to deliver efficient procurement solutions.
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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
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)
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Tuition assistance
Holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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