Procurement Manager II / Contract Manager (Central Office)
Salary
$66,400.00 - $92,900.00 Annually
Location
Lexington County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
190636
Agency
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division
Central Office
Opening Date
07/20/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
AC40
Position Number:
60004589
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN11
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Procurement Manager II / Contract Manager who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.
This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Central Office, 400 Otarre Parkway Cayce, SC 29033.
Under the director supervision of the Director of Procurement, you will serve as the Contract Manager. In this position you will organize and perform the daily activities of the BHDD-OMH Contract Section in order to facilitate the procurement of professional services, maintain compliance with applicable procurement laws and regulations and ensure the proper implementation of the BHDD-OMH contract review and approval process. You will be responsible for maintaining compliance with SC Consolidated Procurement Code regulations for Section 40 of the code. This position will
also be responsible in assisting agency-wide training. You will be directly over the Contract Section of the agency, and will supervise two (2) direct employees.
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Responsibilities for the Procurement Manager II / Contract Manager:
Supervise activities of the procurement staff, regulate and monitor the departments contract/lease review and approval process to ensure the timely examination of all contracts and leases by appropriate personnel prior to signing and compliance with the SC Procurement Code and Regulations, Section 40.
Provide consultation, guidance and information to all departmental staff on issues relating to contracts and leases by maintaining a thorough working knowledge of State and BHDD procurement and contracting leases, regulations, directives, policies and procedures. Communicate daily with center and facility directors, administrators, and central office personnel to resolve problems and facilitate the acquisition of required services.
Coordinate the correction, modification and amendment of contracts and lease documents in accordance with recommendations from General Counsel, Division of Financial Services, Clinical Services, etc. May include utilizing the competitive sealed proposal process to solicit contracts for professional services.
Generate and transmit contract and lease information reports to all contracting components in order to ensure the timely renewal or replacement of existing contracts and leases. Collect real property lease data and prepares reports required by the Division of General Services, Real Property Management.
Maintain contract/lease computer databases, files and supervise their maintenance in order to meet audit requirements and assist BHDD-OMH components in planning forecasting, budgeting and reporting activities.
Act as liaison between BHDD-OMH and Real Property Management in order to ensure responsiveness to the needs of Real Property Management and procurement requirements. Responsible for GASB 86 Property Lease management and spreadsheets.
Conduct agency-wide Contract Processing and Management training for the agency on a quarterly basis.
Process and maintain purchase order creation and change order request for professional services contract section.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must have:
A thorough knowledge of rules, regulations and provisions of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code, to include experience with Section 40.
Knowledge of procurement management and contract administration.
The ability to identify and analyze factors related to the awarding of contracts.
Knowledge of procurement, contract and property management.
The ability to train other personnel, and ability to communicate effectively
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities 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. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices *
State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?
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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
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Did you graduate from an accredited college/university with a bachelors degree and a minimum of five (5) years in the procurement field and contracts/contract administration?
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Do you have supervisory experience?
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Do you have experience in SRM / SCEIS?
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If you answered Yes to the previous question, please describe your experience.
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How do you ensure compliance with procurement policies?
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Describe your processes for developing and implementing sourcing strategies
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway
Cayce, South Carolina, 29033
Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600
OMH - (803) 898-8600
The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.