ODGA - Procurement Specialist

Engagement Type

Contract

Short Description

ODGA - Procurement Specialist

Complete Description

Position Summary This position provides critical support services to the various ODGA executive branch agency partners by assisting agency staff in the procurement of goods and services to enable them to meet their operational goals and the ODGA's mission.

This position manages the relationships and transactions within the ODGA as it relates to all purchases and receivables.

Maintaining records for all vendors, key suppliers, and the negotiated purchasing agreements between the ODGA and any other agency or organization.

In addition, this role will be responsible for assisting with the procurement process, including contract management, contract negotiation and preparation of purchase orders for the ODGA.

You will also be responsible for ensuring that our commitments to customers are met.

Job Responsibilities

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.

Working knowledge of state and familiarity with state government procurement policies for the purchase of goods and services.

Aid with maintaining Policy and adhering to code of Virginia standards for the ODGA.

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize a variety of procurement processes.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Skill in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other databases, and a state or federal electronic procurement system.

Ability to organize and maintain contract files and records.

Ability to work independently, managing own time and work. Required Experience

Proven work experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role.

Considerable understanding of Account Payables and Account Receivables processes.

Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Desired Experience

A good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.

A solid understanding of purchasing and invoicing systems.

A good understanding of reviewing contracts and MOU's

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures

Required

Years

Working knowledge of state and familiarity with state government procurement policies for the purchase of goods and services

Required

Years

Aid with maintaining Policy and adhering to code of Virginia standards for the ODGA

Required

Years

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize a variety of procurement processes

Required

Years

Considerable understanding of Account Payables and Account Receivables processes

Required

Years

Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies

Required

Years

Proven work experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role

Required

Years

A solid understanding of purchasing and invoicing systems

Required

Years

A good understanding of reviewing contracts and MOU's

Required

Years

Questions

Description

Question 1

Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?

Question 2

Please list candidate's email address.

Question 3

Is the candidate willing to work AT LEAST 3 days / week ON-SITE? If not, DO NOT SUBMIT!!!

Question 4

Please list the city / state where the candidate is located.