Strategic Procurement Specialist: RFPs, SOWs & AI

Alaska Communications; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Communications in Anchorage seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end sourcing, RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for construction and professional services. You will coordinate with Engineering, Legal, and Finance to ensure compliant, timely procurement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field and at least two years of purchasing experience; APP certification preferred. Implement AI tools to improve vendor analysis and drafting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Two years’ progressive purchasing experience; related education may substitute.
• Preferred Accredited Purchasing Professional (APP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, issuance, and management of RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for construction and professional services.
• Facilitate vendor Q&A, scoring, evaluation, and award recommendations.
• Coordinate input on SOWs with Engineering, Legal, and Finance; ensure deliverables and timelines are clear.
• Use AI tools to support vendor analysis, document drafting, and sourcing insights.

Skills

Communication

Accountability

Active Listening

Analytical Skills

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alaska Communications in Anchorage seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end sourcing, RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for construction and professional services. You will coordinate with Engineering, Legal, and Finance to ensure compliant, timely procurement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field and at least two years of purchasing experience; APP certification preferred. Implement AI tools to improve vendor analysis and drafting.