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IT Procurement Specialist 5579

Austin, TX

Austin, TX
IT Procurement Specialist - Solicitation# 304135579
CPA

The Candidate will be part of the CPA Contract Administration and Procurement (CAP) team, performs advanced (senior-level) purchasing and procurement work. Work involves planning, coordinating, and preparing specifications for purchasing commodities and services; preparing procurement documents; and monitoring the maintenance of detailed records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued.

The Candidate will perform these tasks:

Coordinate the preparation, review, tracking, and processing of purchase orders.
Provide consultation to business users and technical resources for major information technology solicitations.
Coordinates and facilitates procurement-related meetings such as kick-off and pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, and evaluation scorings.
Develop solicitations, contracts, and amendments by identifying provider resources, describing services to be rendered, evaluating information supplied by bidders, and negotiating contract specifications.
Review the preparation and distribution of bid invitations to vendors.
Facilitate meetings and perform problem resolution.
Maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Review or prepare the delivery of statutorily required reports.
Monitor the requisitions and orders of merchandise, supplies, and equipment by using, interpreting, and monitoring established guidelines, rules, policies, and laws.
Monitor legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing and procurement.

The Candidate will perform other related work as assigned.ills.

Strong research and problem-solving skills.

Candidate Skills and Qualifications
Must have:

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong research and problem-solving skills.

Must be able to:

Work independently in a diverse team environment with on-site and remote teams.
Lead or attend meetings with business users to coordinate activities.
Lead evaluations for major solicitations.
Multi-task with a willingness to put in extra efforts when necessary.
Identify problems and propose innovative solutions.
Communicate complex concepts clearly, accurately, and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Participate and/or lead in project management, coordination, planning, and scheduling with CPA staff.
Follow written standards and procedures as well as work independently.
Keep management informed of status of on activities through accurate, timely, and appropriate reporting.

Must perform related work as assigned

Onsite Requirement: The Candidate will be onsite at least three days a week. Telework schedule for remaining two days a week must be pre-approved by Direct Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Actual Years Experience	Years Experience Needed	Required/ Preferred	Skills/Experience
	8	Required	Knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures
	5	Required	Knowledge of Texas state procurement laws and statutes
	5	Required	Knowledge of Department of Information Resources (DIR) and other supply sources
	5	Required	Experience in collaborating and communicating effectively across multiple subject matter groups
	5	Required	Experience in leading major information technology solicitation meetings and evaluations
	5	Required	Experience in contract negotiation strategies and techniques
	5	Required	Knowledge of Microsoft Word
	5	Required	Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
	3	Required	Knowledge of security policy, procedures, and requirements
	1	Required	Certified Contract Texas Developer (CTCD)
	2	Preferred	Knowledge of Microsoft Teams
	2	Preferred	Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint
	2	Preferred	Knowledge of Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Purchasing Module

IT Procurement Specialist 5579

Austin, TX

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