Procurement Specialist III

Procurement Specialist III

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Procurement Specialist III

Salary

55,823.00 - $97,689.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-02011

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

Secretary

Opening Date

02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date

3 / 5 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Procurement Specialist III

Position Number

60015374

Salary Grade

NC16

Description

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Description of Work

Positions 60015374 & 60015394 will be filled from this posting. You only have to apply once to be considered for both positions.

This Procurement Specialist III is responsible for the preparation of documentation for purchasing commodities and services for high value, complex procurements. The development and execution of Request for Quotes (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitation for Bids (IFB), obtaining required quotes, preparing and completing bid packages, preparing memorandums and specifications as required are key responsibilities of this position. The ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with NCDOT employees of different levels, Management, Vendors, and outside agencies employees, is required for this position. Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following :

Demonstrated work experience of large, complex, cross-functional procurement environment using a solid knowledge of purchasing methods, procedures, and General Statutes, Administrative Code, NC Procurement Manual, and State Term Contracts.

Demonstrated ability to develop and negotiate strategies and procedures promoting measurable contract requirements

Experience developing presentations and facilitating workshops and training programs.

Demonstrated experience to create, edit, review solicitation documents to include, as required, coordinating, and facilitating evaluation committees, providing supervision, conducting vendor negotiations, and facilitating award recommendations for : RFQ, IFB, and RFP.

Demonstrated ability explaining and interpreting policies in a clear, concise manner, and responding professionally to crises situations to minimize impact to agency through solid negotiations.

Demonstrated ability to work independently, provide prompt and courteous customer service to internal and external customers.

The following Management Preference is not required, but applicants that possess this experience are preferred :

• SAP and Ariba experience in the review and execution of requisitions, purchase orders, and other procurement processes.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of procurement experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Gwen Waller 919-707-2624

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE : For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments : There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments :

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work / week for participation.

I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

Which of the following best describes your level of demonstrated work experience of large, complex, cross-functional procurement environment using a solid knowledge of purchasing methods, procedures, and General Statutes, Administrative Code, NC Procurement Manual, and State Term Contracts?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3-4 Years

4-5 Years

5 or More Years

Explain how you have demonstrated work experience of large, complex, cross-functional procurement environment using a solid knowledge of purchasing methods, procedures, and General Statutes, Administrative Code, NC Procurement Manual, and State Term Contracts.

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated developing and negotiating strategies and procedures promoting measurable contract requirements?

None

Basic

Intermediate

Thorough

Explain how you have demonstrated the ability to develop and negotiate strategies and procedures promoting measurable contract requirements.

Which of the following best describes your level of experience developing presentation and facilitating workshops and training programs?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3-4 Years

4-5 Years

5 or More Years

Explain how you have experience developing presentation and facilitating workshops and training programs.

Which of the following best describes your level of demonstrated experience to create, edit, review solicitation documents to include, as required, coordinating, and facilitating evaluation committees, providing supervision, conducting vendor negotiations, and facilitating award recommendations for : RFQ, IFB, and RFP?

None

Less than 1 Year

1-2 Years

2-3 Years

3-4 Years

4-5 Years

5 or More Years

Explain how you have demonstrated you have experience to create, edit, review solicitation documents to include, as required, coordinating, and facilitating evaluation committees, providing supervision, conducting vendor negotiations, and facilitating award recommendations for : RFQ, IFB, and RFP.

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated explaining and interpreting policies in a clear, concise manner, and responding professionally to crises situations to minimize impact to agency through solid negotiations?

None

Basic

Intermediate

Thorough

Explain how you have demonstrated the ability to explain and interpret policies in a clear, concise manner, and responding professionally to crises situations to minimize impact to agency through solid negotiations.

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated working independently and providing prompt and courteous customer service to internal and external customers?

None

Basic

Intermediate

Thorough

Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to work independently and provide prompt and courteous customer service to internal and external customers.

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Salary : $55,823 - $97,689