Procurement Specialist 9.11.26

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Health insurance coverage

Generous leave and holidays

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Jefferson City to lead the procurement unit and oversee the full lifecycle of contracts for services, products, and IT solutions. The role requires strong vendor relationships, supervision, and adherence to state regulations.

Responsibilities include drafting solicitations, evaluating bids, and coordinating with legal counsel and program staff. This professional position emphasizes ownership of complex contracts and mentoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in public procurement is strongly preferred.
• Experience with databases and procurement systems such as SAMII, MissouriBUYS, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop procurement staff.
• Oversee the contract life cycle from research to final award.
• Determine procurement paths for diverse needs.
• Develop contracts and collaborate with legal and program staff.
• Oversee bids and evaluations to ensure fair, open, and compliant processes.
• Liaise with Office of Administration and internal DSS administration on contracts and fiscal matters.
• Establish and administer contracts per state regulations and maintain records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Procurement life cycle

Contract drafting

Bid evaluations

Vendor relationships

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAMII

MissouriBUYS

SharePoint

Job description

Division of Finance and Administrative Services is seeking a highly responsible individual to fill the role of Procurement Specialist within the Procurement Unit.

Job Posting Number: 4041 8680143

Semi-Monthly Salary: The current rate for this position is $2,666.67. Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay). Annual Salary: $64,000

Work Hours: The work hours for this position are 8:00 to 5:00, Monday through Friday. Job Location: Thisposition willbelocatedat3418 Knipp Drive,JeffersonCity,MO.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Department of Social Services (DSS) partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth, and move families to self-sufficiency. As a Procurement Specialist, you will play a critical, hands‑on role in supporting this mission by managing the full procurement life cycle for the essential services, products, and technology needed to serve Missouri citizens.

For this professional‑level role, we are looking for an experienced individual who brings a strong foundation in procurement or a closely related field. You will use your independent judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills to build positive relationships with vendors and internal partners. If you are ready to take ownership of complex contracts, guide critical projects, and directly supervise and develop other procurement staff. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while doing meaningful work.

This is a professional‑level position where you will be accountable for the procurement and contracting process from beginning to end. You will utilize a wide range of contracting methods to obtain products, services, and IT solutions. Beyond managing your own projects, you will use your expertise to guide initiatives forward and mentor team members.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Lead & Develop Staff: Directly supervise, train, and develop other procurement team members.
• Contract Life Cycle: Oversee the entire procurement process for services, products, and IT purchases, from initial research to final award.
• Determine Procurement Paths: Analyze unique situations to determine the most appropriate purchasing path and ensure reliable follow-through on all activities.
• Develop Contracts & Collaborate: Draft solicitations, compose contract language, and collaborate with legal counsel and program staff to ensure documents meet DSS needs.
• Oversee Bids & Evaluations: Conduct pre‑bid and proposal conferences, ensuring that all solicitation responses are evaluated in a fair, open, and compliant manner.
• Act as the primary liaison with the Office of Administration (OA), Division of Purchasing, and internal DSS administration to establish contracts and consult on fiscal matters.
• Establish and administer contracts in accordance with state purchasing regulations (including RSMo. Chapter 34) and maintain complete, accurate records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed). Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and knowledge in public procurement is strongly preferred.
• Experience or familiarity with human services or information technology procurement paths.
• Experience working with databases, SAMII, MissouriBUYS, and SharePoint.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

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.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: Human Resources [e-mail]. Ifyouexperienceaccessibility issueswhileapplying,pleasecontact Courtney Hall at [e-mail] or call 573-751-4244.

Recruitment Area: All qualified applicants.

Application Deadline: September 25, 2026