IT Procurement Specialist

About the Role

The NCDIT-Transportation Business Relations Management and Customer Service unit is seeking a Technical Specialist for the Information Technology Business Office efforts supporting NCDOT IT Procurement Services.
***This will be a Hybrid position and must be available to come into the office when needed.

***The candidate must come in to pick up his or her equipment on the first day at own expense.

***The candidate must be currently living in North Carolina.

This contractor serves as an IT Business Office resource and is responsible for the procurement of contract and non-contract goods and services for the agency. Primary responsibilities include obtaining required vendor quotes, processing purchase orders for software, equipment and other commodities as assigned. Prepare and post to the Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP), the Sourcing Tool, the Contract Workspace, and complete bid solicitations including Request for Quotes (RFQs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), addendums, amendments, clarifications, and exception documentation.

Key areas of responsibility daily for this position include:

Extensive knowledge and experience in the procurement of goods and services for governmental agencies to make objective decisions and accurate judgments.

Exceptional writing and listening skills are required.

Ability to follow instructions explicitly and be detailed-orientated.

Working knowledge and experience of state policies and regulations.

Procure Information Technology goods/services such as software, equipment and other commodities as assigned.

Comprehend, apply, and interpret established rules and regulations, complex technical contract language.

Skill
Thorough understanding of large and small-scale purchasing methods and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and Amendments.
Working knowledge of General Statutes, NC Administrative Code, and State IT Term Contracts.
Excellent communication skills, both orally and written.
Can write extensive and complex technical information into specifications as needed according to State and/or project requirements.
Excellent interpersonal skills with all types of personalities.
Committed to meeting all deadlines and maintaining records of complexity and confidential nature.

Key Responsibilities & Skills

• RFP / RFQ / IFB Management
• Vendor Quote Evaluation
• Procurement Documentation & Specification Writing

Technical Skills

• Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP)
• Sourcing Tool
• Contract Workspace
• Procurement Management Software
• Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Information Technology. Preferred: MBA, Master's in Public Administration, Master's in Supply Chain Management, Master's in Business Administration.

Industry Experience

• Government / Public Sector Procurement
• State Transportation Agency (NCDOT)
• IT Procurement
• Contract Management