Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist Valley Metro (First Transit) - 1.3 Roanoke, VA Job Details Full-time $22 - $24 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Sourcing Administrative experience Driver's License Organizational skills Business Associate's degree Full Job Description Summary The Procurement Specialist supports the company in the acquisition of goods and services that support major capital projects, as well as internal purchases. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, local and FTA regulations and guidelines. This position will collaborate with all internal departments and external vendors to deliver timely, compliant procurement solutions by providing support to help in the development of scopes of work and project specifications. Responsibilities Process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission Assists Director of Procurement in research, evaluation, and communication with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery information Assists Director of Procurement in executing the full lifecycle for capital-funded purchases, including developing specifications, assisting with solicitations (RFPs/RFQs/IFBs), evaluating bids, and preparing accurate procurement documentation Assists in reviewing supplier quotes and comparing costs to support cost-effective purchasing decisions Works with Director of Procurement on contract modifications, change orders, renewals, and amendments in support of compliance documentation Assists in coordinating with stakeholders, vendor teams, and planning staff to translate capital project requirements into clear procurement documents Support procurement activities for large-scale capital projects such as fleet replacement, facility upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and technology modernization Support month-end processes, including invoice reconciliation, documentation review, invoice discrepancies Helps in preparing and maintaining documentation for audits, grant reporting, and project close-out packages Conduct supplier outreach and encourage vendor participation, including DBE (Disadvantages Business Enterprise) engagement Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and cost control Provide general administrative support to the Director of Procurement as needed Assist in project due diligence such as gathering Scope of Work details from stakeholders and/or subject matter experts Qualifications Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related administrative role preferred Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams Ability to work in a team environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and purchasing or ERP software such as Microsoft Business Central D365 Strong network folder and file management a plus Ability to work independently and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment Education and/or Experience Associate's degree in business, finance, or related field Minimum of 1-year procurement or related experience and/or training Experience working in a public agency or transit environment is a plus Knowledge of public procurement regulations is strongly preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations VA Driver license required NIGP, VCA, VCO or other relevant procurement/supply chain certifications and/or FTA-related procurement training is desirable

Pay:

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person