Procurement Specialist (Administrative Specialist 3)
About The Position
The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated individual to work independently on a purchasing team under the general direction of the Chief and immediate direction of the Assistant Chief or Administrative Supervisor in the Financial Services Office, Purchase and Property Unit. The selected candidate will utilize organizational sourcing strategies and Judiciary policies, effectively communicate with customers, vendors, other departments and entities. The selected candidate will also provide technical assistance to Judiciary purchasing staff statewide, negotiate the best value, maintain a database of vendors and current contracts, special projects, and resolve vendor issues. The selected candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day ordering functions for commodities and services, analyze purchase requisitions, create purchase orders, document office procedures, conduct analysis of equipment usage and services. The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience, one of which shall be in program development, program coordination, program analysis, program administration and/or administrative research.
- Experience in Purchasing is preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented and able to negotiate a variety of commodities.
- MS Office applications, strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills would be helpful.
- Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of a Professional certification such as a Certified Professional Buyer (CPPB) is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Write and analyze bid specifications
- Evaluate contracts and bid proposals
- Review State contracts
- Coordinate the bid process for RFP's, RFQ's and RFI's; and make recommendations for waivers of advertising
- Investigate and resolving complex contract issues
- Write policies and procedures
- Plan implementation and communication of projects
- Related duties as assigned
- Day-to-day ordering functions for commodities and services
- Analyze purchase requisitions
- Create purchase orders
- Document office procedures
- Conduct analysis of equipment usage and services
Benefits
- The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
