Procurement Officer

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Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins.2 Submittals - Pay Rate from $35.0050.00 Hybrid 7.5 hour days3 days on site Local CandidatesLooking for an opportunity to work with a collaborative diverse team inTennessee State government? Interested in protecting our environment,public health and water quality? This may be the perfect opportunity foryou. The Operational Administrative Services Team has a position in ourCentral Office in downtown Nashville, TN working daily in the office, withtechnical and administrative staff. The position supports theDepartment (TDEC) through procurement and management of goodsand services agency wide.The preferred candidate will have experience performing a wide varietyof procurement-related functions. We are seeking a candidate whopossess a strong work ethic, is comfortable working with diverseteams, and competent to effectively handle multiple tasks andassignments daily. This position provides administrative functionsrequiring a competent knowledge and use of Microsoft Office 365SharePoint, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. We foster a workenvironment that?s inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can bethemselves. Every idea and perspective are valued so that our culturereflects the people we serve.Highlighted Responsibilities:? Review and analyze requisitions from various divisions acrossthe agency ensure they meet departmental policies and followstate procurement requirements Create purchase orders for assigned requisitions and route forappropriate review and approvals Monitor and follow-up with division staff on status of openpurchase orders Maintain vendor files and perform periodic review to updaterecords as necessary Have general knowledge of contracts and be able to read andunderstand contracts to ensure allowable costs andreimbursements are followed and appropriate prices arecharged for goods and services.Pursuant to the State of Tennessee?s Workplace Discrimination andHarassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fairand equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protectthe rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and holdemployment without being subjected to illegal discrimination andharassment in the workplace. It is the State?s policy to provide anenvironment free of discrimination and harassment of an individualbecause of that person?s race, color, national origin, age (40 and over),sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran?s status or any othercategory protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.Why Work with UsBenefitsAt Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to: Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you. 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