Public Health Procurement Specialist

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

State of West Virginia is seeking a Purchasing Agent for the Department of Health in the Central Finance Office. The role involves fast-paced procurement, coordinating with staff and leadership, and writing technical bid packages.

Responsibilities include evaluating bids, making award recommendations, and ensuring efficient purchasing processes. Strong communication and organization are essential; prior purchasing experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four years of clerical experience including purchasing supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Purchasing Agent for the Department of Health in the Central Finance Office.
• Communicate with program staff, managers and directors to determine procurement needs.
• Write specifications and develop scientific/technical bid packages.
• Evaluate bids and make award recommendations.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Purchasing ability

Bid specification writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree substitution

Job description

State of West Virginia is seeking a Purchasing Agent for the Department of Health in the Central Finance Office. The role involves fast-paced procurement, coordinating with staff and leadership, and writing technical bid packages.

Responsibilities include evaluating bids, making award recommendations, and ensuring efficient purchasing processes. Strong communication and organization are essential; prior purchasing experience is a plus but not required.