State of Missouri · 18 hours ago
Procurement Analyst
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe State of Missouri's Department of Social Services is seeking a Procurement Analyst to manage contracts and solicitations for various programs. This role involves working closely with program staff and vendors to ensure the efficient acquisition of goods and services necessary for fulfilling the department's mission.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Procurement activities that result in contracts that empower Missourians to live safe, healthy and productive lives
Develop documents and assist with composing contract language by conducting research to identify potential vendors and solutions
Establish and administer contracts in accordance with state purchasing regulations (i.e., RSMo. Chapter 34)
Ensure solicitation responses are evaluated in a fair and open process and comply with solicitation documents
Serve as liaison with Office of Administration (OA), Division of Purchasing and stakeholders to establish contracts on behalf of DSS
Maintain complete and accurate contract and solicitation records
Assist DSS program staff with developing solicitation and contract documents that ensure DSS needs are met
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)
Preferred
Ability to work independently while assessing and managing priorities
Effective written, comprehension and oral communication skills
Ability to analyze information, apply identified parameters, and draw conclusions
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
Ability to embrace change within processes, procedures and working environment when necessary
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, DSS team members, other state agency staff members, and vendors
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Experience and knowledge in public procurement is strongly preferred
Experience working with databases, SAMII, MissouriBUYS, and SharePoint are preferred
Benefits
Defined pension plan
Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
Eligibility for health insurance coverage
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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