Procurement Associate

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri National Guard is seeking a procurement professional to manage purchases, review documents for compliance, and train staff on procurement policies at the Ike Skelton Training Site in Jefferson City. The role supports agency programs, travel arrangements, and PCard reconciliations.

Candidates should have 1–3 years of procurement experience, detail orientation, and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of Missouri procurement systems is a plus with opportunities for growth and impact.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Strong communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of procurement principles and practices.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships within the office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as agency liaison for agency supply orders.
• Review documents for completeness and procure goods within policy.
• Provide support related to trash services and payments.
• Analyze and approve purchase orders for compliance.
• Process requisitions, purchases, receipts, and deliveries.
• Track PO delegation authority compliance.
• Provide procurement staff training on procedures.
• Prepare procurement-related financial reports and reconciliations.
• Assist staff with travel arrangements.
• Process PCard purchases and reconcile statements.
• Perform other related work as needed.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Relationship building

Tools

SAM II Financial System

MissouriBUYS

Microsoft Access

Excel

Job description

This position provides a chance to be a part of the mission of the Office of the Adjutant General to ensure the public safety of Missourians for operations of facilities statewide. This opportunity within the department can provide a direct impact on Missourians and the public safety of our communities.

Job Location:

This position will be located at Ike Skelton Training Site, 2302 Militia Dr., Jefferson City, Missouri 65101

• Serves as agency liaison for agency supply orders.
• Review documents for completeness and accuracy and procure goods or services within pre-established limits of contracts and state policy
• Provide support to agency programs related to trash services and payments
• Analyze and approve agency purchase orders for compliance to state purchasing and procurement procedures, statutes, rules and regulations
• Process requisitions, purchases, receipts, and delivery of goods and services
• Track agency purchase orders for agency delegation authority compliance
• Provide training for procurement staff on procurement procedures and policies
• Prepare and analyze procurement related financial reports and reconciliations.
• Assist state agency staff with travel arrangements
• Process PCard purchases, maintain transaction log, and reconciliation of monthly PCard statements
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Demonstrate Regular and Reliable attendance

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant experience (substitutions may be allowed)
• Communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail, analytical skills, and reporting capabilities
• Ability to acclimate to changing priorities and complete tasks with a sense of urgency
• Working knowledge of procurement principles and practices with ability to apply them to various procurement transactions
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships within the office and supporting offices

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the SAM II Financial System and MissouriBUYS
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel
• State of Missouri procurement policies and procedures

Please note that the duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change at the discretion of the Missouri National Guard to meet organizational needs. Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. Additionally, while this job posting outlines ideal qualifications and requirements, we encourage all interested individuals to think broadly about their background and skill set, and to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. The Missouri National Guard will consider all applicants who demonstrate the potential to succeed in the role.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Missouri National Guard Human Resources at [e-mail] or at [phone]