Procurement Specialist: Bids, Contracts & Vendor Ops

Garfield County Colorado; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield County in Glenwood Springs is seeking a Procurement Specialist to oversee the purchase of goods, services, and software through competitive solicitations. You will prepare bids, evaluate proposals, and negotiate routine contracts under the Procurement Manager's direction.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 3 years in procurement, and a valid driver's license. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field preferred.
• Three years of procurement and data entry experience with complex web-based procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer the purchase of goods, services, and software.
• Prepare and facilitate IFBs, RFPs, and RFQs; evaluate bids for compliance.
• Negotiate routine contracts and change orders with vendors; ensure audit-ready documentation.
• Assist with policy development and maintain procurement records and portals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and monitor contract performance.

Skills

Procurement operations

Vendor relations

Bid/RFP/RFQ management

Market research

Contract negotiation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

New World Systems

Job description

Garfield County in Glenwood Springs is seeking a Procurement Specialist to oversee the purchase of goods, services, and software through competitive solicitations. You will prepare bids, evaluate proposals, and negotiate routine contracts under the Procurement Manager's direction.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 3 years in procurement, and a valid driver's license. Bachelor's degree preferred.