Public Sector Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Austin Community College; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College in Charlottesville, Virginia, seeks an experienced procurement specialist. In this role, you will carry out procurement functions for various goods and services while ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will effectively communicate with vendors, monitor contracts, and support procurement activities. Experience in public purchasing or contract administration, and knowledge of Virginia's public purchasing law is vital for success.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience applying administrative and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of contract development and administration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contracts to ensure requirements are met.
• Execute contracts and purchase orders.
• Assist with procurement compliance reviews and training.
• Negotiate with vendors and resolve procurement issues.

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship building with vendors

Data gathering and analysis

Knowledge of Virginia's Public Purchasing law

Good customer service skills

Computer and software application skills

Education

Training in Business Administration or related field

VCO certification

Job description

Austin Community College in Charlottesville, Virginia, seeks an experienced procurement specialist. In this role, you will carry out procurement functions for various goods and services while ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will effectively communicate with vendors, monitor contracts, and support procurement activities. Experience in public purchasing or contract administration, and knowledge of Virginia's public purchasing law is vital for success.