Procurement Specialist II

Adult Correction

COO - Administration

Procurement Specialist II (NS)

60075810

NC12

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.

Lisa Warren Byrd