Procurement Specialist II - 0602113
Georgia State University Purchasing Department is seeking applicants for their Procurement Specialist II position.
Duties: Serves as a Purchasing Department representative with the end-user community for university wide procurement of goods and services consistent with the Board of Regents, University, State and/or Federal law, rules, regulations, and sound business practices.
The variety of goods and services for which the Procurement Specialist will manage is extensive. Typical items include computers and peripheral items including software, scientific and/or research related equipment and services, food products, food services and equipment used in a food service environment, construction materials, renovation and construction projects, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operating products/services, office equipment and supplies, and generally other goods and services required at a major research institution.
Facilitates procurement strategy in alignment with University policies and objectives; provides feedback to end-users regarding Purchase Order status; writes, evaluates, and reviews purchase requests for adequacy of specifications and other information; compares costs and evaluates the quality and quantity of supplies, materials, and equipment; works in concert with Accounts Payable unit to review and analyze receipt and payment for goods and services purchased; maintains purchasing records such as bid documents and responses thereto consistent with State, Board of Regents and University guidelines; monitors and expedites the delivery of purchased goods and services; works in concert with requesting department to confirm closing and/or cancelling of purchase orders; reviews on an on-going basis an open encumbrance report to determine potential orders for closing; monitors and maintains information on vendors and their associated performance; ensures order are processed against the appropriate chart of accounts; provides end-user training as needed; works in concert with Pcard Administrators to determine opportunities for development of new contracts; analyzes and evaluates information to choose the best solution to solve problems or address issues
Conducts vendor interviews and inspections for development of alternate sources of supply and strategic sourcing initiatives. Assists in the review and development of specifications used for competitive bid purposes. Conducts pre-bid, bid openings, pre-award conferences and post-award conferences.
Assists with review and revisions of current operating policies and procedures to ensure consistency with State of Georgia or other regulatory agencies requirements.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, and one year of related experience; or combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field. Prior experience in purchasing and or managing any of the following categories and services: computers and peripheral items including software; scientific and/or research related equipment and services; construction materials, renovation and construction projects, (MRO) maintenance, repair and operating products/services; food products, food services and equipment used in a food services environment; office equipment and supplies.
The successful candidate will be required to complete within six months of employment the State of Georgia Procurement Certification Program (GPCP)
Salary Range $32,073 - $40,000
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
