Procurement Specialist; Executive

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Procurement Specialist for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) in planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating the operation and processing of purchases under the assigned portfolio, including receiving and analyzing purchase requests.

In this role, you will provide technical assistance and guidance to management, end users, and supporting personnel in determining the technical specifications for the solicitation. Additionally, you will process procurements through the State of Illinois electronic procurement system, including the preparation and processing of requisitions, bids, and purchase orders, pursuant to applicable statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package include:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carry over year to year.
• 3 paid personal business days per year.
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
• 12 weeks of paid paternity leave.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs
  -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www
2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

• Under direction, serves as a Procurement Specialist for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating the operation and processing of purchases under the assigned portfolio, including receiving and analyzing purchase requests.
• Processes procurements through the State of Illinois electronic procurement system, including the preparation and processing of requisitions, bids, and purchase orders, pursuant to applicable statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Meets and confers with agency managers and end users in the administration of procurements for the assigned portfolio, including collaborating with end users and vendors to complete all necessary documentation for procurements.
• Monitors and tracks assigned transactions and reports to Infrastructure Portfolio Manager and other VMO and DoIT staff on assigned…