Procurement Specialist II

Location: Wake County, NC

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Administration

Job Classification Title

Procurement Specialist II (NS)

Position Number

60075810

Grade

NC12

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position is responsible for managing complex procurement and contracting activities for the Department of Adult Correction, with a focus on technology, commodities, and professional services. The role analyzes procurement needs, develops solicitation documents, negotiates contract terms, and administers agreements to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, procurement regulations, and departmental policies. The selected candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders, vendors, and state procurement partners to secure high-quality, cost-effective goods and services that support agency operations and strategic objectives.

Key Job Duties

• •Develop, solicit, negotiate, award, and administer contracts and purchase agreements for technology, commodities, and professional services.
• •Review and evaluate requisitions to determine appropriate procurement methods and ensure compliance with applicable procurement laws, regulations, and policies.
• •Prepare and manage procurement documents, including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, IFBs, MOAs, purchase orders, and contract amendments.
• •Conduct market research, cost analyses, and bid evaluations to identify best-value procurement solutions and strategic sourcing opportunities.
• •Negotiate contract terms, pricing, service levels, and change orders to achieve favorable outcomes for the Department and the State.
• •Coordinate procurement activities with agency leadership, end users, vendors, and state procurement offices throughout the solicitation and contract lifecycle.
• •Monitor contractor performance and ensure contract compliance, resolving procurement-related issues, vendor disputes, and bid protests as needed.
• •Maintain procurement records, document contract actions, and provide guidance on procurement processes, best practices, and purchasing requirements.
• •Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• •Manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
• Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $66,000

• Maintains a solid understanding of procurement principles, supply management practices, and market conditions that impact purchasing decisions.

• ·Applies knowledge of transportation methods and logistics to support effective procurement operations.
• ·Communicates clearly and professionally in both written and verbal interactions.
• ·Utilizes procurement expertise and communication skills to support informed decision-making and operational efficiency.