Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist (Open)

Performs detailed review of purchase requests for standard and specialized goods, equipment, services in terms of adequacy, consistency, restrictiveness of specifications or descriptions, compliance with administrative requirements. Solicits sources of goods and / or services and analyzes prices, discount rates, delivery dates, transportation charges, previous performance of suppliers, current commitments, indications of financial responsibility, and recommends the most advantageous offer based on findings. Determines procurement methods based on procurement history, estimated cost, urgency of need, proprietary consideration, availability of competitors, and applicable directives. Solicits oral or written quotes using Open Market Purchase Authority, informal and formal processes. Prepares detailed Requests for Quotation (RFQ), incorporating the technical description of product required, the delivery requirements, and when applicable, the terms and conditions of anticipated contract. For services, includes appropriate clauses, terms, and conditions. Issues amendments as required involving specifications, delivery procedures, or timeframes to encourage vendor response. Attend technical review committees, pre-award conferences, and walk-through for service purchases when directed. Consults with supervisor on unusual situations. Receives and reviews informal and formal bids and quotes. Review quotes for price reasonableness and determines if requirements for competition have been met. Evaluates quotes in terms of price, item, discount, transportation, costs, and delivery time and determines offer most advantageous to the government. Negotiates with vendors on a variety of procurement issues. Prepares purchase order and performs post award follow-up. Selects and uses the appropriate method to confirm or place the order primarily by using a purchase order against an established contract. Prepares final contract with necessary documentation and award recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in business administration, procurement, supply / inventory operations or related field AND procurement related experience. Experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Knowledge of : State purchasing regulations, methods, procedures, and business practices to make purchases involving specialized requirements; solicitation or purchasing methods; price analysis techniques; various procurement clauses; post award procedures.

Skill in : analyzing product and service descriptions that have unique aspects and many critical characteristics; problem solving; negotiations; maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external entities; researching and evaluating products, services, productivity and processes; writing bid specifications / service contracts; and evaluating bids.

Ability to : communicate effectively, work independently, and prioritize work assignments.

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