Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist (Public Sector/Government Experience Required)

Portland Metro Area | Contract Opportunity

$26-$30/hr

We're partnering with a local government organization seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist . Candidates must have prior public sector or local government procurement experience . Applicants without this background will not be considered.

What You'll Do

• Manage procurement of supplies, equipment, furniture, and contracted services
• Lead RFP, RFQ, and competitive bid processes from start to award
• Research vendors, obtain quotes, and evaluate purchasing options
• Oversee vendor relationships and contract compliance
• Create and track purchase orders and procurement documentation
• Maintain procurement records, inventory, and asset management data
• Support audits, budgeting, reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Advise internal stakeholders on procurement policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or related experience
• Local government or public sector procurement experience
• Experience managing vendors, contracts, and competitive bidding processes
• Strong understanding of procurement compliance and purchasing regulations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Excellent organizational, communication, and recordkeeping abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with public purchasing regulations and contract compliance
• Asset tracking and inventory management experience
• Audit, budgeting, or financial reporting experience
• Project coordination or lead worker experience

Interested candidates with government procurement experience are encouraged to apply today.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $26.00 to $30.00 per hour

Search managed by: Kevin Bui

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.