Junior Procurement Administrator

Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland. Job Description: Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Junior Procurement Administrator to work in the Procurement division located at our Headquarters facility in Millersville, MD. This is an entry-level position with an opportunity to learn the comprehensive work of procuring various resources, including equipment, services, construction, supplies, information technology, and other needs through the competitive or negotiated procurement process. The duties encompass executing essential purchasing procedures for securing supplies and services, ranging from heavy equipment to consulting services, based on the requirements of the assigned group.

The Jr. Procurement Administrator is tasked with learning and applying the processes and procedures for soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and awarding contracts in compliance with procurement laws and regulations, along with managing the procurement process from RFP, IFB to Purchase Order processing (start to finish). This position supports the assigned Group to ensure all procurement and purchasing processes are streamlined. Additionally, performs necessary purchasing procedures to acquire supplies and services such as heavy equipment, large tools, motor vehicles, automated office equipment and supplies, fuels, chemicals, consulting services, industrial equipment, and service and construction contracts, as needed by assigned Group.

Under supervision from the Chief of Procurement and Purchasing, the Jr. Procurement Administrator receives training and directives from the Procurement Administrators. This position is designated to one Group (TES, EDR, W/WW, EO, and Administration). It serves as the primary point of contact for the assigned Group and manages all aspects of the Group’s procurement activities.

Estimated Pay Range: $63,816.48 - $70,000.00 Benefits: Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts

401K retirement savings program with generous agency match

Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

Eleven paid holidays per year

Tuition assistance

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in fields of supply chain, procurement, engineering or Business, or any field. Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points.

The last day to apply for this position is October 27, 2026. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical. Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.