State Procurement & Contracts Specialist

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida Department of State is seeking a professional to manage purchasing and contracting activities in Tallahassee. The role involves reviewing procurement requests, administering contracts, and ensuring compliance with Florida statutes and agency policies.

The candidate will work with the Purchasing Manager and contract managers, maintain contract files, monitor deadlines, and support department reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of State of Florida government purchasing experience.
• At least one year of contract management experience.
• MFMP experience required.
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, review and approve procurement requests in MFMP for accuracy and compliance with Department policies and procedures.
• Manage the administration of contracts for purchase of commodities and services.
• Track expiration dates of contracts and requisitions; generate reports as needed.
• Develop and issue solicitations; coordinate pre-bid conferences, evaluations and negotiations.
• Provide purchasing training to Divisions and contract managers.

Skills

State procurement knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

State government purchasing experience (3 years)

Contract management experience (1 year)

MFMP experience (1 year)

FCCM certificate

Tools

MFMP system

Job description

The State of Florida Department of State is seeking a professional to manage purchasing and contracting activities in Tallahassee. The role involves reviewing procurement requests, administering contracts, and ensuring compliance with Florida statutes and agency policies.

The candidate will work with the Purchasing Manager and contract managers, maintain contract files, monitor deadlines, and support department reporting.