Government Procurement Coordinator: Operations & Compliance

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to manage and facilitate the acquisition of goods and services for the department, ensuring compliance with state laws and internal policies. The role supports day-to-day procurement functions, prepares documents, processes orders, coordinates with vendors, and tracks milestones.

This on-site position emphasizes documentation, audit readiness, and timely procurement performance, with responsibilities including contract administration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Two years of experience in procurement, contract management, or a related field.
• Experience with state procurement laws and regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing procurement documents including RFPs, IFBs, purchase orders, and contracts.
• Review procurement requests to ensure compliance with state regulations before processing.
• Coordinate release of procurement solicitations and provide vendors with submission instructions.
• Assist in tracking procurement milestones, including vendor selection, contract award, and delivery timelines.
• Provide information and guidance to vendors regarding procurement policies and requirements.
• Ensure vendors comply with contract terms and conditions.
• Monitor procurement transactions and follow up on outstanding orders for timely delivery.
• Assist in managing inventory and maintaining proper documentation for accounting.
• Maintain organized records of procurement activities and transactions for audit compliance.
• Support contract administration by monitoring terms and obligations and ensuring fulfillment.
• Review contracts for accuracy before final approval and execution.
• Track contract renewal dates, amendments, and changes and communicate updates.
• Prepare procurement reports tracking budgets, spending, and vendor performance.
• Compile procurement data for management review to identify trends and savings opportunities.

Skills

Procurement

Regulatory compliance

Vendor coordination

Record keeping

Document review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration/public administration/supply chain management

Job description

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to manage and facilitate the acquisition of goods and services for the department, ensuring compliance with state laws and internal policies. The role supports day-to-day procurement functions, prepares documents, processes orders, coordinates with vendors, and tracks milestones.

This on-site position emphasizes documentation, audit readiness, and timely procurement performance, with responsibilities including contract administration,