State of Indiana · 21 hours ago
BMV Purchasing Agent
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, offering various opportunities across multiple agencies. The BMV Purchasing Agent will coordinate procurement operations and develop bid packages to purchase commodities and services for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
GovernmentInformation ServicesOnline Portals
Responsibilities
Coordinate information flow on large purchases, new or renewed QPA’s and procurement contracts
Assist with the reconciliation of purchasing data utilizing procurement systems
Provide clarification, technical assistance, and problem-solving resolutions to staff in all procurement issues
Evaluate the equipment and vendor selection process, to ensure prospective vendors meet state business requirements, prior to purchase
Negotiate leases, contracts, and service agreements
Negotiate, execute, and administer contracts, QPA Agreements and amendments
Solicit bid proposals, obtains quotes and reviews requisitions from vendors for materials and supplies
Maintain all documentation surrounding the bid solicitation process once we receive a requisition until a Purchase Order has been issued
Review price quotes, availability of items and/or services, determines compliance to specifications and/or qualifications, and makes purchase recommendations to the department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Finance, Purchasing or Business Management, or
5 to 8 years of full-time professional experience
Ability to analyze contractual documents, and reports
Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements and reports
Ability to apply program requirements into working procedures and priorities
Considerable knowledge of state procurement policies and methods
Extensive knowledge of Federal and State procurement rules, regulations, and procedures
Ability to write specifications and/or prepare contracts for products, services, or equipment
Working knowledge of computer software systems utilized for procurement and automated accounting procedures
Ability to analyze and process technical specifications, invitations for bid proposals, and quotations
Ability to ensure concise and informative reports from technical data and records
The ability to research and develop new vendor resources
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Obtain and maintain the Delegation of Purchasing Authority Program (DPAP) Certification from the Indiana Department of Administration
Benefits
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
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Company
State of Indiana
State of Indiana is the government website that provides information, services, news, and events related to Indiana.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pamella Cook
Chief Financial Officer
Annie Frischkorn
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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