Strategic Procurement & Contracts Administrator

C-TRAN; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

C-TRAN in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Procurement & Contracts Administrator to manage the full purchasing cycle, develop specifications, and support contract negotiations. You will coordinate RFPs, bid openings, and vendor communications while ensuring compliance with federal and state procurement rules.

The role reports to the Manager of Procurement and Contracts in the Finance Division and requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience, plus strong analytical and negotiation skills to drive value

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, business administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years purchasing experience; public sector experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Washington and federal procurement regulations and DBE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and distributes requests for proposals, invitations to bid, and other solicitation documents.
• Coordinates bid/proposal evaluation, assists evaluation committees, and participates in contract negotiations.
• Educates agency staff on procurement policy and procedures and enforces compliance.
• Creates and processes contracts, amendments, and change orders; reviews requisitions for accuracy.
• Ensures compliance with federal/state procurement regulations and public works requirements.
• Maintains procurement logs and records and supports DBE program reporting.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Leadership & attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing or related field

Public sector purchasing experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

C-TRAN in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Procurement & Contracts Administrator to manage the full purchasing cycle, develop specifications, and support contract negotiations. You will coordinate RFPs, bid openings, and vendor communications while ensuring compliance with federal and state procurement rules.

The role reports to the Manager of Procurement and Contracts in the Finance Division and requires 3–5 years of purchasing experience, plus strong analytical and negotiation skills to drive value