Strategic Procurement Specialist II (Remote)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Cabinet for Health & Family Services, is seeking a Purchasing Agent II to lead procurement efforts within the Division of Procurement and Grant Oversight. The role focuses on RFP development, vendor relations, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

The position offers a path for growth within a mission-driven agency that serves Kentuckians’ health and welfare.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree.
• Five years of purchasing experience.
• Experience with professional service contracting preferred.
• CPPO/CPPB or NIGP-CPP certifications are a plus.
• Familiarity with RFP development and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage RFPs with stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to identify vendors.
• Interpret and apply federal/state procurement laws and grant requirements.
• Enforce contract management; liaise with executives, agencies and vendors.
• Prepare regular status and ad hoc reports.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Ethics & diligence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Cabinet for Health & Family Services, is seeking a Purchasing Agent II to lead procurement efforts within the Division of Procurement and Grant Oversight. The role focuses on RFP development, vendor relations, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

The position offers a path for growth within a mission-driven agency that serves Kentuckians’ health and welfare.