Procurement & Contracts Assistant

NYS Office of Children and Family Services; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Agent to join the Bureau of Contract Management. The role focuses on procuring commodities and services for multiple program areas in alignment with Office of General Services rules and OCFS policies.

You will interact with numerous vendors, coordinate pricing, delivery dates, and contract processing while advising agency staff on the best procurement solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of purchasing experience.
• Experience in procurement and vendor relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement of commodities and/or services for multiple program areas in accordance with NYS OGS and OCFS rules.
• Contact vendors by phone to discuss pricing, availability, delivery dates, and contract processing/payments.
• Interact with agency staff to clarify items to be procured or suggest alternatives.
• Process and audit procurement card transactions for timely reconciliations and proper usage.
• Maintain Statewide Financial Management System edits related to procurement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Agent to join the Bureau of Contract Management. The role focuses on procuring commodities and services for multiple program areas in alignment with Office of General Services rules and OCFS policies.

You will interact with numerous vendors, coordinate pricing, delivery dates, and contract processing while advising agency staff on the best procurement solutions.