City of Kalamazoo · 1 month ago
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST I (SOLICITATION SERVICES)
Columbia, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe City of Kalamazoo is seeking a Procurement Specialist I to contribute significantly to the community through effective solicitation services. The role involves leading solicitations, providing exceptional customer service, and staying updated on procurement policies and best practices.
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Responsibilities
Performs all direct duties related to solicitations from start to finish, to include, but not limited to leading meetings, negotiations, reporting, file maintenance, and contract issuance
Displays exceptional customer service both internally and externally
Stays abreast of procurement policies, procedures, best practices, and technology trends; and
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree, or higher, and one (1) year of relevant procurement experience; or
High school diploma or GED; and two (2) years of relevant procurement experience; and
Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver's License
All higher education degrees must be in a business, project management, purchasing, or closely related field
Preferred
Candidates possessing CPPB, CPPO, or NIGP-CPP Certification(s)
Experience with IonWave or similar e-procurement systems
Public sector procurement experience
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Company
City of Kalamazoo
City of Kalamazoo is a government organization that provides public safety, utilities, permits, and parks programs.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Vicenzi
CFO/Director of Management Services
Laura Lam
Chief Operating Officer
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