Procurement Specialist 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Dauphin County, PA

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist 2 position with the Department of Human Services (DHS) gives you the opportunity to influence major contracts and grants that support vital programs across the Commonwealth. You help shape purchasing decisions that improve services and strengthen operations statewide. Your attention to detail and expertise play a key role in supporting the Bureau of Procurement and Contract Management through strong planning and reliable oversight. Join a team that values initiative, clear thinking, and a drive to deliver high-quality results. This position focuses on developing, analyzing, and improving procurement documents and processes that support key programs throughout the Commonwealth.

Requirements

One year of experience as a Procurement Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or One year of professional experience performing contract management work; and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, project, or operations management, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Must meet the PA residency requirement.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Help shape procurement policies, strategies, and training to support agency goals
Determine the best procurement methods for projects and lead evaluation of vendor proposals
Oversee the request for proposal (RFP) and request for quotation (RFQ) processes and develop criteria, pricing approaches, and performance standards
Work with facility purchasers to ensure adherence to procurement rules and mediate issues when needed
Lead evaluation team trainings and coordinate oral presentations for procurements
Prepare negotiation strategies, conduct discussions, and develop detailed responses for complex procurements