Procurement Specialist

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33 in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support the acquisition of goods and services under state procurement rules. You will act as a liaison with State Purchasing and agency teams, review requisitions, and prepare bid documents and purchase orders.

You will manage the bidding process, coordinate with clients for awards, review payment requests, and help with fixed assets information exchange.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, procurement, supply/inventory operations or related field.
• Procurement related experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of purchasing policies, Microsoft Office and basic accounting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison with State Purchasing staff, agency staff and vendors on procurement policies.
• Receive and review requisitions and specifications; prepare bid documents and PO or forward to State Purchasing.
• Conduct bidding process: set bid dates, mail documents, open bids, review for conformance, coordinate with client division for award.
• Review PO payment requests and assist with receipting; coordinate fixed assets information exchange.
• Perform procurement functions and assist with supervisory tasks; schedule is Mon-Fri, 8-5.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Access

Job description

Hiring Agency

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$24.035

Job Posting

JR2026-00029458 Procurement Specialist (Open)

Application Deadline

10-03-2026

Job Description

Do you enjoy challenges? Would you like to be part of a team that maintains the fish, wildlife, park, and outdoor recreation resources so visitors can enjoy themselves and make memories there? Would you like to feel proud about contributing to the success of managing Nebraska recreation resources? Join the Game & Parks Procurement Team and help us provide the best goods and services for everyone to enjoy the outdoors.

Job Duties

• This position serves as an agency liaison with State Purchasing staff, agency staff and vendors regarding required/applicable policies and procedures related to procuring goods and services within state guidelines.
• This position is responsible for receiving and reviewing requisitions and specifications; preparing bid documents and purchase orders or forwarding requisition information to State Purchasing for processing, depending upon type of product, service, or estimated cost.
• For applicable purchases, this position will conduct the bidding process including all aspects from setting bid dates, preparing and mailing documents, receiving and opening bids, reviewing bids for completeness and conformance to specifications, and coordinating with client division the bid award by issuing the purchase order.
• Review purchase order payment requests and assist with the receipting process.
• Coordinate information exchange for fixed assets.
• Perform procurement functions as assigned by the Agency Procurement Officer and have some indirect supervisory responsibilities.
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-5pm

What we can offer you

• Hands-on training; opportunities for professional growth.
• Excellent work environment.
• Training Opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package. Including 13 paid holidays.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in business administration, procurement, supply/inventory operations or related field AND procurement related experience. Experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic accounting and purchasing practices; familiarity with State of Nebraska purchasing policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office components; Word, Excel required and Access preferred.
• Knowledge of EnterpriseOne (E1) or a similar software application desired.
• Analyze and evaluate purchase requisitions; prioritize and plan tasks.
• Operate personal computers and calculators.
• Ability to organize and work independently.
• Customer service skills and skills in interpersonal communications and human relations.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.