Procurement Specialist

Education & Training Resources LLC • Wilmington, DE

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the procurement of equipment, supplies, services, and vendor contracts in compliance with government, center, and corporate policy. This role involves preparing purchase orders, supporting documentation for Contracting Officers, reviewing and administering contracts, and preparing specifications/bids. The specialist will also solicit bids and quotations, establish and maintain records of procurement actions, and adhere to subcontracting plans, promoting purchases from minority and small businesses. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees may perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

• Skilled in the use of computerized purchasing systems
• Working knowledge of federal, state and government procurement practices
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and maintain vendor relations
• Proven ability to plan and manage projects
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and schedules
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills; excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Proficient in the use of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
• 1 year of experience in work related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Procures supplies, equipment, services and vendor contracts in compliance with government and corporate policy.
• Prepares all purchase orders for food, supplies, services and vendor contracts.
• Prepares supporting documentation for submittal to the Contracting Officer for proposals, leases and other procurement actions that require Contracting Officer’s approval.
• Reviews and administers all contracts, subcontracts, leases/rental agreements.
• Prepares specifications/bids; solicits bids and quotations in compliance with corporate and FAR regulations.
• Establishes and maintains records of purchase requisitions, solicitations and awards.
• Adheres to the goals established in the Minority and Small Business Subcontracting Plan and promotes purchases from these vendors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree