Procurement Officer (SCR)

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: Open until Filled Required documents uploaded by: All required documents listed below must be attached to your application within 2 days of applying for your application to be considered complete. Agency Information: Agency Information: South Central Regional Mental Health Hospital (SCR) South Central Regional Mental Health Hospital (SCR) is Kansas's newest state psychiatric hospital and serves adults experiencing serious mental illness throughout south-central Kansas. Located in Wichita, SCR is a 104-bed facility committed to delivering evidence-based, trauma-informed care in a modern, recovery-oriented environment. About the Position Who can apply: Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: M-F Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Disability Preference Eligible: Yes Search Keywords: Procurement Officer Compensation: Up to a maximum of $56,250 annually. Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Position Summary: The Procurement Officer performs advanced purchasing and contract-support functions for South Central Regional Mental Health Hospital in accordance with Kansas procurement regulations, hospital policies, and budget requirements. This position manages complex or specialized purchasing needs, evaluates contract terms, reviews pricing and documentation for accuracy, and resolves procurement issues that require research, analysis, or independent judgment. The position supports the Director of Procurement by reviewing specifications, assisting with contract usage and renewal documentation, preparing procurement analyses, and ensuring that purchasing activity is accurate, compliant, and audit-ready. The incumbent serves as a resource to hospital departments on procurement procedures, contract sources, and purchasing requirements. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services by coordinating closely with vendors, hospital staff, and the Office of Procurement and Contracts (OPC). Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Advanced Purchasing and Contract-Supported Procurement Review complex or specialized purchase requests for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with contract terms or hospital needs. Evaluate vendor quotes, pricing structures, contract applicability, and product specifications. Enter and process requisitions and supporting documentation, ensuring accuracy in coding and system data. Monitor purchase orders and resolve issues requiring analysis or independent judgment, such as pricing discrepancies or incomplete deliveries. Review invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy, coding, and contract compliance before routing for approval. May use approved purchasing methods, including P-card transactions, when authorized by the hospital and in accordance with applicable policies. Maintain detailed purchasing records and documentation to support financial oversight, reporting, and audit readiness. Vendor, Contract, and Compliance Coordination Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, specifications, delivery schedules, and problem resolution. Assist departments in identifying appropriate contract sources, obtaining contract-supported pricing, or interpreting contract provisions. Track contract usage, renewal dates, and related docu…

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