Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Board of Regents invites applications for a Procurement & Purchasing Specialist to support LUMCON in Cocodrie, LA. This full-time position ensures timely procurement of goods and services, contract management, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Ideal candidate will have purchasing experience, proficiency in Excel, and knowledge of LaGOV ERP. Work includes reviewing purchase orders, drafting contracts for grants, and coordinating with state procurement offices.

Qualifications

• Professional level experience in purchasing, procurement, accounting or related business field.
• Proficient in Excel and strong analytical/problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; effective communication and drafting contracts.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of goods and services; review and execution of purchase orders and documents.
• Prepare, execute, track, and renew contracts to support essential needs of LUMCON.
• Serve as procurement expert from initial request through receipt of goods/services.

Skills

Purchasing processes

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Professional demeanor

Teamwork & independence

Education

Bachelor's in business / accounting / finance

Associate degree + 2 years experience

4 years in similar duties

Tools

LaGOV ERP system

Excel

Job description

The Louisiana Board of Regents invites applications for a Procurement & Purchasing Specialist to support LUMCON in Cocodrie, LA. This full-time position ensures timely procurement of goods and services, contract management, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Ideal candidate will have purchasing experience, proficiency in Excel, and knowledge of LaGOV ERP. Work includes reviewing purchase orders, drafting contracts for grants, and coordinating with state procurement offices.