Purchasing Specialist

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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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