Assistant Purchasing Manager

DATE: October 15, 2026 CLOSING DATE: Until Filled POSITION: Assistant Purchasing Manager DEPARTMENT: Purchasing Responsibilities: Supervises all Purchasing and Mail Room staff. Provides professional expertise, to all departments, concerning the procurement of equipment, supplies, and services following guidelines outlined in the Anderson County Code of Ordinances and the Purchasing Policy and Procedures. Provides information and assistance as it relates to records management and disposal. Research new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Guides in the preparation and presentation of processes germane to procurement activities for County Departments. Serve as a direct liaison between vendors, contractors, professional service providers, and end-users (County Departments). Directs, coordinates, and evaluates activities of subordinate employees in the Purchasing Department. Issues written and oral instructions. Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments. Train, motivate and evaluate assigned staff; review progress and recommend changes as needed. Monitors operations in Records Management, Records Retention, and Disposal. Monitor and supervise operations in correspondence and mail. Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties: Thorough knowledge of general office procedures; good knowledge of accounting principles, property control; ability to acquire all necessary information pertinent to the purchase and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment, and the ability to evaluate and assess purchasing specifications to ensure quality, timely delivery, and effectiveness of products. Records management procedures; broad knowledge of South Carolina Public Records Act; knowledge of automated records, information storage, and retrieval systems; and the ability to apply records and information management principles and techniques. Thorough knowledge of archival principles and holdings, with the ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others. Ability to effectively communicate on a one-to-one basis with the public; ability to maintain effective working relations with employees, other departments, officials, and the public; Ability to maintain accurate records; Ability to type and enter data accurately. Minimum Qualifications: Formal Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalency 5 to 7 years’ experience

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