Government Procurement Specialist (Hybrid)

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. seeks a Procurement Officer for a 6-month hybrid assignment in Nashville, TN. The role requires at least three years of government purchasing experience and strong proficiency with requisitions, purchase orders, pCard procedures, and ERP systems.

You will manage vendor relations, ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines, and maintain precise electronic records. Responsibilities include creating specifications for bids, processing invoices,

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of government purchasing experience.
• Proficiency with requisitions, purchase orders, vouchers and government card procedures.
• Experience with Excel and ERP systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic records.
• Familiarity with NASPO/Cooperative agreements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Minimum three years of government purchasing experience, preferably in a government agency procurement role (not strictly contracts).
• Proficiency in requisitions, purchase orders, vouchers, and government pCard (credit card) procedures; proper coding and classification required.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate electronic records.
• Skilled in identifying discrepancies, following established procedures, and understanding purchasing workflows.
• Comfortable working in an ERP system and highly proficient in Excel.
• Experience with high-volume data entry, transaction processing, record maintenance, issuing purchase orders, processing invoices (AP functions), and monthly credit card reconciliation.
• Familiarity with NASPO/Cooperative agreements is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, research ambiguous or incomplete information, use sound judgment, ask relevant questions, and keep processes moving forward without excessive supervision.
• Analyzes all purchases to ensure they meet all departmental, state, and federal guidelines and justifies purchases through documentation.
• Writes product specifications for use in bidding competitively with vendors for supplies, equipment, and services.
• Locates or identifies ordering errors and chooses the best solution to address the issue.
• Prepares service contracts and screens purchase orders for accuracy and proper justification.

Skills

ERP systems

Excel expertise

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent research

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. seeks a Procurement Officer for a 6-month hybrid assignment in Nashville, TN. The role requires at least three years of government purchasing experience and strong proficiency with requisitions, purchase orders, pCard procedures, and ERP systems.

You will manage vendor relations, ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines, and maintain precise electronic records. Responsibilities include creating specifications for bids, processing invoices,