Purchasing Administrator

Job Title: Purchasing Administrator Location:100 N Senate Ave # N551, Indianapolis, IN 46204 - Onsite Interview Type: In person only Description: The Indiana Office of Technology provides cost-effective, secure, consistent, reliable enterprise-technology services to our partner agencies so that they can better serve our mutual customer, the Hoosier taxpayer. Role Overview: The Purchasing Administrator is a subject-matter expert in the procurement of various commodities and services in a cost-effective manner and on a timely basis. You will handle sensitive issues when dealing with agency personnel and vendors, supporting the decisions of upper management. You will coordinate and execute State procurement functions in accordance with Indiana Code. To be a certified buyer for the State, you must take the Indiana Delegation of Purchasing Authority Program (DPAP) classes and pass the DPAP test within four weeks of the date of hire. The training is conducted by the Indiana Department of Administration. Required/Desired Skills Professional experience in purchasing administration, procurement operations, or a closely related function. Required 5 Years Demonstrated experience in procurement, contract administration, requisition processing, financial mgmt, accounting, or related business operations Required 5 Years Knowledge of applicable state and federal procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including compliance requirements and documentation Required 5 Years Demonstrated experience managing procurement contracts, overseeing vendor performance, evaluating bids, and supporting contract negotiations Required 5 Years Experience with general project management including financial and conflict management Required 3 Years Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships Required Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, Outlooks, and PowerPoint, to support procurement activities Required Advanced proficiency with electronic procurement (eProcurement) systems Highly desired Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Purchasing or Business Management Highly desired Experience supporting procurement operations within a government or public-sector environment, preferably within Indiana state government Desired Professional procurement certification (e.g., CPPB, CPPO, CPSM, or prior DPAP) Desired Experience procuring IT goods and services including software, hardware, and telecom Desired Experience coordinating with agency personnel and vendors to facilitate procurement activities Desired Pay: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: Professional development assistance Work Location: In person

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