State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$28.559

Job Posting:

JR2024-00011380 Procurement Contracts Officer (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

11-27-2024

Job Description:

Under general supervision, this position will manage agency specific contracts, performs procurement transactions for IT goods and/or services in addition to. This will range from basic IT goods and services to those of high complexity. Items are procured through formally advertised bid procedures in accordance with statutes and regulations of the State Purchasing Bureau. This role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

Job duties

Collaboration with procurement team, central finance, State Purchasing Bureau, legal departments to align procurement with organizational goals. Identify potential suppliers/vendors for goods and services required by the organization. Build and maintain relationships with suppliers/vendors to ensure timely delivery and quality of goods/services. Generate and issue purchase orders. Administration and management of contracts throughout their life-cycle, including amendments, renewals, and terminations. Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes, enhance efficiency, and improve contract management practices.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, supply/inventory operations or related field AND five years procurement experience. Experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: In-depth knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and best practices, particularly those governing state purchasing. Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external contacts. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in addition to being able to work independently.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge in: State purchasing regulations, methods, procedures, and business practices to make purchases involving specialized requirements; solicitation or purchasing methods; price analysis techniques; various procurement clauses; post award procedures. Skill in: analyzing descriptions that have unique aspects and many critical characteristics; maintaining effective work relationships with internal and external entities; researching and evaluating products, services, productivity and processes; writing bid specifications/service contracts; evaluating bids. Ability to: communicate effectively; work independently and prioritize work assignments; develop and enforce purchasing procedures, regulations, and statutes.

Benefits

Look at what we have to offer! 

• 13 paid holidays 
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately 
• Military leave 
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Employee assistance program 
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans 
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government 
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State 
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service 
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations 
• Fun, inviting teammates 
• A safe and secure environment 

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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