Procurement Analyst: Public Sector Entry-Level & Growth

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri in Jefferson City, MO is seeking an entry-level Procurement Analyst to support competitive procurement processes and official solicitations. The role includes hands-on training with eProcurement tools and post-award contract activities.

Minimum qualifications are a bachelor's degree with potential substitution for relevant experience; 1–3 years' procurement experience is desirable and a background check is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; substitution may be allowed with 4+ years of relevant procurement experience.
• Desirable 1–3 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Successful background check results are required for employment in this position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the official solicitation document for issuance based on the agency's scope of work.
• Issue the solicitation, facilitate vendor inquiries; conduct pre-bid conferences and issue amendments, if needed.
• Conduct evaluations of bids received, lead evaluation teams of subject matter experts as needed, and
• Make contract awards and manage the contract post-award.

Skills

Independent worker

Communication

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Organized

Teamwork

Adaptable

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAMII

MissouriBUYS

SharePoint

Job description

State of Missouri in Jefferson City, MO is seeking an entry-level Procurement Analyst to support competitive procurement processes and official solicitations. The role includes hands-on training with eProcurement tools and post-award contract activities.

Minimum qualifications are a bachelor's degree with potential substitution for relevant experience; 1–3 years' procurement experience is desirable and a background check is required.