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Reference #: 4438544 THE POSITION Are you a motivated professional who is interested in joining a supportive team environment? The Department of General Services is seeking a dedicated Commodity Specialist with exceptional work ethic. This position gives you the opportunity to administer all procurement activities from the development and implementation of the bidding strategy to the management of contracts and the supply base for assigned commodities and services within the Commonwealth's cooperative purchasing program known as "COSTARS". Bring your talent to our department and unleash your potential!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Commodity Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work closely with COSTARS administrative staff and Procurement commodity teams to identify potential COSTARS contracting activities and to then implement effective contracts for COSTARS members. Work includes collecting and analyzing commodity data and developing commodity profile, as well as collecting and analyzing customer requirements and the ability of suppliers to meet these requirements. Responsibilities include: Participating in the development of an annual Strategic Program Plan Developing contracts and tools that enable COSTARS members to select the products and services they need Providing COSTARS members with pricing information, customer recommendations, contract usage reports, and other facts to assist them in purchasing Developing and maintaining supplier contracts Identifying, establishing goals, and communicating small diverse businesses sourcing opportunities Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 4 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience as a Purchasing Agent (commonwealth title); or One year of experience as a Purchasing Agent Supervisor or Procurement Specialist 1 (commonwealth title); or Five years of strategic procurement experience, which includes researching and evaluating commodities and suppliers; or One year of strategic procurement experience and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appo ntment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.