Purchasing Specialist
Location: New Britain, CT
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Compensation: $35-$45/hour, depending on experience
About the Opportunity
A well-established municipal organization is seeking a skilled Purchasing Specialist to join its team on an immediate basis. This role will play a key part in managing purchasing operations, vendor relationships, bid administration, and contract processes while ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee procurement activities for goods, services, and commodities across multiple departments
- Prepare, issue, and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and related solicitation documents
- Review vendor submissions, analyze pricing, and make procurement recommendations
- Administer contracts, amendments, renewals, and supporting documentation
- Ensure purchasing activities align with municipal policies, regulations, and competitive bidding requirements
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Track procurement schedules, bid deadlines, and contract milestones
- Maintain organized and accurate records of purchasing transactions and agreements
Qualifications
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or contract administration
- Familiarity with government, municipal, or public-sector procurement practices
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors
- Detail-oriented self-starter who can work independently and take ownership of projects
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred but equivalent experience will be considered
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