Procurement Specialist

LOCALS TO VA, HYBRID Job Responsibilities  Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures.  Working knowledge of state and familiarity with state government procurement policies for the purchase of goods and services.  Aid with maintaining Policy and adhering to code.  Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize a variety of procurement processes.  Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.  Skill in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other databases, and a state or federal electronic procurement system.  Ability to organize and maintain contract files and records.  Ability to work independently, managing own time and work. Required Experience  Proven work experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role.  Considerable understanding of Account Payables and Account Receivables processes.  Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.  Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.  Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Desired Experience  A good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.  A solid understanding of purchasing and invoicing systems.  A good understanding of reviewing contracts and MOU's