Public Procurement & Contracts Specialist

University of the District of Columbia; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 71,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the District of Columbia is seeking a Procurement Agent to provide professional procurement and contracting support for university operations. You will conduct market research, evaluate vendor performance, prepare procurement documents, review requisitions, and assist with solicitation processes while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

Under supervision, you will administer routine contract actions and deliver high-level customer service to university

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Ability to analyze information and make sound recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Reviews purchase requisitions for completeness and processes routine purchasing transactions.
• Supports development of solicitation documents and bid evaluations under supervision.
• Conducts market research and identifies potential vendors and procurement vehicles.
• Provides procurement guidance to faculty, staff, and departments on processes and standards.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Written communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of the District of Columbia is seeking a Procurement Agent to provide professional procurement and contracting support for university operations. You will conduct market research, evaluate vendor performance, prepare procurement documents, review requisitions, and assist with solicitation processes while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

Under supervision, you will administer routine contract actions and deliver high-level customer service to university