Procurement Agent

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to public service as a Procurement Agent. This role offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful work while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. You'll be responsible for processing requisitions, monitoring contracts, and providing training to staff. With a culture that values work/life balance and offers potential hybrid work arrangements, you can thrive in a supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in procurement within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Relocation Assistance

Overtime Compensation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field required.
• 4 years of experience in procurement or contract administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process assigned requisitions and ensure compliance with policies.
• Provide technical assistance and training on procurement regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Deadline Management

Software Utilization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

4 years of related experience

Job description

Job Description - Procurement Agent (25141034)

Position Title:

Procurement Agent - ( 25141034 )

Position Title:Procurement Agent

TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Procurement Agent. This position is responsible for processing assigned Requisitions; analyze, evaluate and edit specifications to ensure compliance with MDT, State and Federal policies, laws and regulations; determine and execute proper procurement method and issues Purchase Orders or Contracts. Responsible for contract monitoring throughout the life of the contract. Provides technical assistance to contractors and MDT staff and provides training on procurement policies, laws and regulations to various MDT staff. This position reports directly to the Procurement Supervisor and does not directly supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [e-mail].

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

Level 2: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field OR 4 years of related experience.

Level 3: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field. 2 years of experience in governmental purchasing or contract administration, or a related field.

Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered.

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with a variety of internal and external customers.
• Ability to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new software systems.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

29.39 - 31.76 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

Number of Openings

: 2 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: No

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Helena Agency : Department of Transportation Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Posting Date

: May 6, 2025, 6:06:51 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : May 21, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Alycia Gereg | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.