Buyer - Purchasing - Full Time

Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) Overview

The Office of Economic Development and International Trade (“OEDIT”) was created to foster a positive business climate that encourages quality economic development through support of local and regional economic development activities throughout the State of Colorado. A comprehensive slate of programs within OEDIT’s divisions work together to offer economic development services for all Colorado businesses – new and expanding, traditional and emerging, small and large – including retention programs to ensure continued competitiveness of Colorado’s economic base, and job training to keep Colorado’s workforce the best in the nation.

Position: Procurement Specialist. The position assists the Procurement Director with all aspects of procurement and contracting for the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) in compliance with all state and federal laws, rules, policies, procedures and guidelines. This role requires a solid understanding and application of procurement functions, including reviewing discretionary purchase requests, issuing and awarding solicitations, and assisting with contract review and monitoring as required. Fully functional in all aspects of purchasing and contracting services.

Work with program staff and vendors to clarify product or service needs, and select appropriate method of procurement per State statutes and rules.

Assist staff with scope of work development by reviewing, providing guidance, and making recommendations for purchase orders, contracts, amendments, interagency agreements, intergovernmental agreements, and grants.

Coordinate with program staff to develop solicitation documents, including Documented Quotes, Invitations for Bid, and Requests for Proposals.

Coordinate applications for any required waivers or approvals to comply with State statutes, rules, and policies, including fiscal rule waivers and sole source approvals.

Draft, negotiate, review, and manage purchase orders and contracts in accordance with State statutes, rules, and policies.

Prepare necessary documents for contracts and purchase orders.

Modify and liquidate purchase orders and contracts in the State’s financial system, CORE, and OEDIT’s CMS system, Salesforce.

Prepare reports using the State’s financial system, CORE.

Research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the State Statutes, Colorado Procurement Code and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

Attend trainings as necessary to maintain familiarity with State best practices in procurement and contract management.

Manage records in the State Contract Management System (CMS) and coordinate requests to add new vendors or manage existing vendor records.

Guide staff on OEDIT procurement policies and procedures.

Demonstrates personal integrity, confidence, diplomacy, and flexibility.

Continuous effort to improve operations, streamline processes, and provide quality customer service.

Participates in project teams and conferences or workshops as required.

Preferred Software & Program Experience

Experience with e‑procurement or automated purchasing systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP, or CORE).

Experience using Salesforce.

Microsoft Office experience, including Word and Excel.

At least 7 years of full‑time professional procurement experience for a business or government agency.

OR: A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, finance, or a field closely related to the major duties of this position AND at least 3 years of full‑time professional procurement experience for a business or government agency.

The salary range for this position is $72,264 – $90,000 annually, determined through analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

11 paid holidays per year.

Medical plans – choice of Cigna or Kaiser, multiple plan options including High Deductible Health Plan with HSA; Dental and vision plans.

Flexible spending accounts.

State‑paid life insurance policy of $50,000.

Choice of two retirement plans (defined contribution or defined benefit) with generous state contribution.

Optional 401(k) and 457 plans for additional retirement savings.

State‑paid short‑term disability coverage.

Additional optional life and disability plans.

Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program.

Membership opportunity with the Credit Union of Colorado.

Training and professional development.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and serve them enthusiastically. 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 (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Office of the Governor 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, and any pre‑employment testing. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator, the Director of Human Resources: jennifer.