Procurement Officer
Procurement Officer
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Description of Work
The Procurement Officer serves as the lead purchasing authority for Broughton Hospital and Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center (ADATC). This position is located in Burke County North Carolina and reports to the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF). It plays a critical role in managing procurement activities across both campuses including contract administration vendor coordination and supervision of purchasing staff.
This position ensures that all procurement activity complies with North Carolina General Statutes Department of Administration (DOA) Division of Purchase and Contract rules Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) policies and Department of Information Technology (DIT) procurement procedures. Supporting both daily operations and long-term sourcing strategy the Procurement Officer works across clinical IT and operational teams to maintain continuous compliant supply flow for essential patient care and facility functions.
Key Duties Include:Oversee purchasing operations for two hospitals ensuring adherence to DOA DIT and DHHS procurement regulations.
Supervise procurement staff prioritize work conduct performance reviews and provide training and feedback.
Develop and issue procurement documents such as Invitations for Bid (IFBs) Requests for Proposals (RFPs) Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
Evaluate vendor bids coordinate award decisions and manage multi-agency solicitations as needed.
Serve as the Procurement Card (P-Card) and E-Procurement System Security Administrator; manage approvals conflicts and training.
Coordinate IT-related purchases including required forms such as Privacy Threshold Analyses Sourcing Exceptions and Hosting Exceptions.
Administer contracts for high-dollar purchasing needs; support departmental budget alignment and invoice resolution.
Respond to vendor protests public records requests and manage contract close-out procedures.
Identify cost-saving strategies alternative vendors and sourcing options through market research and internal coordination.
Support facility leadership by attending purchasing-related committees and filing vehicle/property insurance claims when needed.
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
About the DHHS Office of Procurement Contracts and Grants:
The Office of Procurement Contracts and Grants (OPCG) located within the Department of Health and Human Services handles approximately $900 million dollars annually in procurements of good and services for our internal customers (other divisions within DHHS). The unit manages the Departments contracting activities to support a wide range of health and social services provided to the people of North Carolina.Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service leave. In addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: more information about DHHS: Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Listed below are the knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs along with the minimum education and experience listed are required in order to be deemed eligible for the position therefore you must provide supporting information within the body of your application to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed. Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Proven experience guiding procurement processes vendor interactions or bid evaluation procedures.
Documented experience applying purchasing laws policies or contract guidelines.
Hands-on experience drafting and issuing solicitations such as Invitations for Bid (IFBs) Requests for Proposals (RFPs) Requests for Quotes (RFQs) or Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Bachelors degree in business or accounting and five years of experience in a purchasing operation with direct procurement responsibility
OR
An Associate s degree in business or accounting and seven years of experience in a purchasing operation with direct procurement responsibility
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experienceSupplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked education with the date graduated all work experience and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicants transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
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