Procurement Specialist II

This position is an advanced professional position that performs all necessary public procurement functions related to the acquisition of a wide variety of increasingly complex capital, equipment, professional services, materials, construction, IT software and various services as assigned. Duties & Responsibilities Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions for increasingly complex and higher dollar solicitations which frequently result in multimillion-dollar contracts or contracts that require non-standard terms and conditions or significant negotiations. Collaborates with internal stakeholders regarding requirements, Statement of Work or specifications, cost proposal details, payment milestones, liquidated damages, and delivery schedule with moderate supervision and guidance from the Contract Manager. Develops and implements advanced procurement strategies and recommendations for solicitations and contracting actions in support of user departments. Provides efficient and innovative solutions due to increased level of experience and familiarity with varying types of contracting scenarios and knowledge of current best practices. Recommends method of procurement, changes, and/or substitutions as needed. Primarily responsible for the assessment and development of complex solicitation documents to include: Request for Proposals, Invitations for Bids, Request for Quotations, and Request for Qualifications for various services, goods, and capital improvement projects. Develops pre-negotiation strategy and position, conducts negotiations, and prepares contract documents. May exercise discretion in drafting of solicitation and contract documents and contract negotiations, including recommending modifications of standard documents and terms based upon expertise. Solicits, analyzes, and evaluates quotations, bids, and proposals; chairs pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences, bid openings, pre-construction conferences, evaluation committee meetings and contract kick-off meetings with limited need for direct oversight. Assists project managers in answering questions and clarifying requirements for potential proposers/bidders. Provides expertise and skill in responses. Receives quotations, bids and proposals and reviews content to determine if responsive to the solicitation requirements. For solicitations with evaluative criteria, facilitates and maintains oversight of the technical evaluation committee during evaluation process, to include: committee direction, nondisclosure agreements, evaluation scorecards, committee meetings and discussions, capturing strengths and weaknesses of proposals, compilation of scores, vendor demonstrations, oral interviews, negotiations, proposal ranking and recommendation of award. Performs price and/or cost analyses and determines need for pre-award audit or pre-award survey. Recommends or approves the awarding of Contracts or Purchase Orders, and Blanket Purchase Orders. Conducts debriefings with unsuccessful proposers. Communicates effectively with internal departments, external stakeholder groups and vendors regarding procurement strategies, status, and actions. Develops, processes and tracks contract documents, notice to proceed, amendments and purchase orders. Administers various types of contracts from date of award through close out; maintains complete and accurate contract files and records. May be required to assist with mentoring and providing guidance to junior procurement staff as part of regular duties. May be required to develop internal and agency-wide procurement processes and training documentation; may also provide internal, agency-wide and external industry training. This position has higher contracting authority and requires increased efficiency and reduced processing time over the Procurement Specialist I position. Responsible for maintaining RTD, State and FTA (Federal Transit Administration) regulatory knowledge regarding solicitations and contracting for RTD to include laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the procurement, contract award and management processes. Effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the RTD. This posting will be serving to fill two (2) expected vacancies. Other All job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a contracting and procurement professional with comparable scope of authority and responsibility for leading procurement activities, contract negotiations and management; with major responsibility for handling large procurement and contract actions including construction and professional services contracts. A minimum of five (5) years of experience working with applicable federal and state procurement laws. Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Business management, or a closely related field. CPPB, CPP, NIGP-CPP, or other public procurement certification(s). Or An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities. Key Competencies & Characteristics Proficient with creation, processing, and all other required tasks for various types of public procurement solicitations, contracts, and contract management. Strong, effective negotiation skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computerized purchasing systems. Ability to manage and maintain strong, positive internal and external relationships. Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing. Ability to use sound judgment and maintain confidentiality. Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with excellent attention to detail. Working Environment And Physical Requirements The work environment is a typical office environment. Career Map Procurement Specialist - Lead or Contract Manager Pay Range $84,407.00 - $119,224.25 Annual EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at View email address on click.appcast.io, or the Talent Acquisition team View email address on click.appcast.io. To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: Compensation Statement RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. #J-18808-Ljbffr