Purchasing Agent

Sparks Group has partnered with a renowned government transportation contractor seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to manage the full purchasing and procurement lifecycle, from acquisition planning and solicitation development through contract award, administration, and closeout. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with competitive procurement processes, contract negotiations, and purchasing operations, along with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity as a new step in your career, apply now!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including acquisition planning, solicitation preparation, source selection, contract award, administration, and closeout.
• Prepare and issue competitive solicitations, including RFPs, IFBs, RFQs, and Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs).
• Lead pre-proposal/pre-bid meetings and Source Selection Committee meetings; evaluate submissions and recommend awards to management.
• Support purchasing activities involving professional services, fixed-price and cost-reimbursable contracts, supplies, services, and construction.
• Analyze complex procurement data, identify operational challenges, negotiate contract terms, and recommend effective solutions.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or inventory management.
• Foundational knowledge of the complete purchasing lifecycle, competitive procurement methods, contract administration, and negotiation.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field; alternatively, 5 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, or Oracle Fusion preferred; strong Microsoft Excel skills required, along with familiarity with procurement-related software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to operate within delegated contracting authority.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

Pay Range: Hourly $26.00 to $29.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.