Procurement Associate

Overview

Under general supervision, these positions perform paraprofessional, full-performance level work procuring for a state agency and are responsible for purchasing functions, contracts, inventory, and records management activities. Work may include the purchasing of goods or services requiring an in-depth knowledge of the area of employment. Individuals in these positions may act as lead workers. Monitors inventory and/or fixed assets. Performs related work as required.

This is a full-time position with state benefits.

• Reviews purchase requests and determines if required merchandise is available through internal resources and/or agency or statewide contracts or if manufacturer bids must be solicited; collects bids, secures bids, holds public bid openings, prepares bid tabulations if required, and reviews bids to determine most cost-efficient bid meeting the requirements of the requisition.
• Checks requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and clarity; corrects any ambiguities in requisitions and adds needed information. Records, monitors and tracks requisitions and purchase orders to streamline the procurement process.
• Serves as the agency contact for vendors to confirm shipping dates and destinations.

• Training: High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid clerical experience which included purchasing supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Substitution: Bachelor s degree from a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience.
• Special Requirement: A successful background check.

Pay Grade: 9 (31,533 – 53,916)