Procurement Specialist Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Procurement Specialist City of Knoxville, TN – 3.0 Knoxville, TN Job Details $55,397 a year 2 days ago Qualifications Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel English Mid-level CPPO Bachelor’s degree Business Administration Business CPPB Communication skills Full Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, responsible for purchasing supplies and equipment; maintains adequate inventories; completes reports and maintains records.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepares solicitations for procurements to achieve maximum competition and quality responses. Prepares documentation for the advertisement and solicitation of bids, proposals, and qualifications from prospective vendors. Evaluates vendor bids and proposals for responsiveness to procurement solicitations. Calculates bid tabulations and recommends award. Maintains copies of procurement documentation and prepares reports. Prepares and delivers briefings to both vendors and other City departments as required. Utilizes various City software systems for publishing solicitations and prepares purchase orders. Advises and provides technical assistance to staff in operating departments on the City’s procurement policies and procedures. Reviews detailed specifications submitted by operating departments to ensure completeness and compliance. Schedules and facilitates pre-bid meetings and evaluation committees for solicitations.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of basic business practices and equipment. Knowledge to acquire information pertinent to the purchase and delivery of materials, equipment, and services. Skill in the use of computers, including email, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Skill in verbal and written communication. Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional interaction with members of the organization and the public. Ability to communicate effectively in order to write technical reports and make formal presentations of research findings to management and outside agencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is primarily sedentary work, requiring the incumbent to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, or a lower amount of force frequently, in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The job involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. A description of the specific physical requirements associated with this position is maintained on file in the Human Resources office for review upon request.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

This position uses logic and/or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, devise and implement policies and regulations, and to manage and coordinate multiple programs or projects. A description of the specific mental requirements associated with this position is maintained on file in the Human Resources office for review upon request.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree from a CHEA accredited College or University. Practical experience in a field requiring a high level of written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain/Logistics, Communications, English, Journalism. Training or education through the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP) resulting in becoming certified as a NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO).

HYBRID WORK ELIGIBILITY

This position is eligible for hybrid work.