Procurement Specialist 4

Do you have the skills and experience to manage end-to-end strategic information technology (IT) procurement activities? This Procurement Specialist 4 position in the Department of General Services, Bureau of Procurement is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and join a team that values your amazing abilities!

In this role, you will manage IT procurement projects form pre-solicitation through contract creation and approval. These projects involve collaborating with internal and external stakeholders through the development of the statement of work; developing and analyzing business, technical, and functional solution requirements; and providing expert advice that aligns with applicable policies and best practices. You will coordinate with subject matter experts to ensure comprehensive input across technical, fiscal, legal, and business domains, as well as conduct market research to identify procurement options and align solutions with project needs. This includes utilizing procurement best practices to gain an understanding of procurement needs and available solutions in the market.

Our team will rely on you to keep stakeholders and your supervisor informed, capture detailed solution specifications for IT procurements, and identify opportunities for internal process improvement and increased efficiency. Take your talents to the next level with us!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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, up to four days per week, after the initial training period. 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.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Procurement Specialist 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years 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..

Additional Requirements:

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.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.