Procurement & Contracts Specialist | Public Sector Impact

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) is seeking a Contracting & Procurement Specialist for its in-office role in Oklahoma City, OK. You will manage the full procurement lifecycle, including requisition review, sourcing, bid processes, and vendor management, ensuring compliance with the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and agency policies.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field, plus professional procurement experience, and possibly CPO

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years of professional experience in purchasing/procurement, or at least 5 years in purchasing/procurement.
• Certified Procurement Officer (CPO) II preferred; must obtain within agency timeframe.
• Experience with competitive bidding processes and contract management; knowledge of Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and OMES procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage full procurement lifecycle including requisition review, sourcing, solicitation development, evaluation, and award.
• Assist in competitive bidding processes (RFQ, ITB, RFP) per Oklahoma statutes and agency policy.
• Interpret and apply the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and related administrative rules.
• Follow SOPs for procurement functions and train staff on procurement processes and systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion).
• Leverage statewide and cooperative contracts to maximize efficiency.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve performance issues.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Negotiation

Vendor relations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration/Finance

Tools

Oracle Fusion

PeopleSoft

Job description

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) is seeking a Contracting & Procurement Specialist for its in-office role in Oklahoma City, OK. You will manage the full procurement lifecycle, including requisition review, sourcing, bid processes, and vendor management, ensuring compliance with the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and agency policies.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field, plus professional procurement experience, and possibly CPO