Procurement Specialist 1

Description of Work

This role supports procurement activities that help agencies obtain goods and services in a timely and cost-effective manner. As a Procurement Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Contract Development: Create procurement documents such as sourcing strategies, RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and ITQs
• Term Negotiation: Negotiate costs, performance standards, and contract terms with suppliers
• Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to procurement rules and recommend corrections when needed
• Vendor Coordination: Work with suppliers to gather quotes, discuss requirements, and resolve questions
• Record Management: Maintain organized records of contracts, bids, purchase orders, and related documents
• Project Oversight: Coordinate team tasks to support the posting of procurement documents to the DGS eMarketplace website

Work Schedule and Additional Information

Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Eligible for telework up to four days a week after initial training period as determined between employee and superior. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Salary

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

Qualifications:

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirem ents: One year of experience performing technical purchasing or contract management work; and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, project, or operations management, or a related field; orAn equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Additional Requirements: You must have experience communicating written and verbally with internal teams, customers, or stakeholders in a professional manner.You must have experience using Microsoft Office Excel and Word to support administrative or operational tasks.You must have experience supporting processes governed by policies, procedures, or guidelines.You must have experience reviewing documents (such as contracts, forms, or other business materials) for accuracy, completeness, or compliance You must have experience organizing or assisting with meetings, trainings, or events.You must have experience managing multiple tasks or assignments independently.You must have experience addressing issues or discrepancies in a process.You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.