Procurement Specialist II

NCDOT; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation seeks a Procurement Specialist II to prepare documentation for high-value, complex procurements and to develop and execute RFQ, IFB, and other solicitation methods. The role sources quotes, posts documents, processes waivers, coordinates site visits, and supports end users through the requisition process.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and two years of procurement experience, or an equivalent combination, plus experience with SAP and Ariba.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years procurement experience, or equivalent combination.
• Experience creating, editing, and reviewing solicitation documents, including RFQ/IFB and other methods.
• Experience processing waivers of competition requests and conducting market research.
• Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation for purchasing commodities and services for high-value, complex procurements.
• Develop and execute RFQ, IFB, and other solicitation methods to procure goods and services.
• Obtain required quotes, prepare bid packages, post and service solicitation documents.
• Coordinate site visits as necessary and support end users in the requisition process.
• Conduct market research and prepare memorandums and specifications as required.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Government purchasing procedures

Customer service

Market research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

## Procurement Specialist IIApplylocations: Wake County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 27, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-121935**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**CFO-Financial Management Division**Job Classification Title**Procurement Specialist II (NS)**Position Number**60015401**Grade**NC12**About Us**It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This Procurement Specialist II position is responsible for preparation of documentation for purchasing commodities and services for high value, complex procurements. This position will be responsible for the development and execution of Request for Quotes (RFQ), Invitation for Bids (IFB), and other solicitation methods to procure goods and services, obtaining required quotes, preparing and completing bid packages, posting and servicing solicitation documents, processing waivers of competition requests, coordinating and attending site visits as necessary, supporting the end user in the requisition process, conducting market research, preparing memorandums and specifications as required are key responsibilities of this position. The ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with NCDOT employees of different levels, management, vendors, and outside agencies’ employees is required for this position. Additional duties as assigned. It is helpful for the selected applicant for this position to possess SAP and Ariba experience in the review and execution of requisitions, purchase orders, and other procurement processes.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC12 $47,703 - $83,479**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Working knowledge of large-scale governmental purchasing methods and procedures* Working knowledge of General Statutes, Administrative Code, and State Term Contracts.* Experience creating, editing, and reviewing solicitation documents, to include facilitating award recommendations for Request for Quote (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), and other solicitation methods.* Experience with processing waivers of competition requests, conducting market research.* Experience in providing prompt and courteous customer service to internal and external customers.**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of procurement experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.**EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.**Recruiter:**Dana Clifton**Email:**[e-mail]