Full Time - Procurement Specialist

REQUIREMENTS: * Must be at least 25 years of age. * Must have a valid driver\'s license and eligibility to operate GSA vehicles. * High School diploma or GED required. * Computer literate with experience in MS Office Suite. * Must be organized, self-motivated, and able to perform job functions independently. * Pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background check which may include fingerprinting. * Employment eligibility in the U.S. * Must be eligible to receive and maintain a valid license from the Tribal Gaming Commission. * Indian preference will be observed in the hiring process. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Procurement and/or accounting experience in a Tribal Government setting. * Prefer to have an Associate degree in accounting or related field, OR equivalent related work experience that shows ability to perform the principal activities and responsibilities. * Prefer to have a minimum of two (2) years of procurement and/or accounting experience. * Experience in developing and maintaining receiving and inventory control systems. * Experience with accounting/purchase order systems (Prefer MIP & Microix, not required). JOB DUTIES: * Assist with all CTCLUSI\'s purchasing activities (materials, supplies, equipment) * Review transactions to ensure that purchasing practices are properly approved and recorded per Tribal polices and applicable laws. * Process purchase orders & invoices for payment through designated accounting system. * Verify receivable shipments, packing slips, and back orders. Identify any errors and makes corrections. * Coordinate with AP team to assure new vendors are created in the Accounting system timely and properly. * Conduct product and service comparisons to reduce costs and improve quality. * Assist in preparation of requests for Quotes (RFQ); Request for Proposals (RFP); and Bid requests in both open and sealed process on required service and equipment purchases. * Research debarred companies and vendors regularly. * Responsible for managing assigned vendor processes. * Assist in maintaining and/or updating the procurement workflows for the Tribal government purchasing software. * Generate reports as needed. * Promote teamwork through daily communication and coordination with all departments, including needed property or service concerns. * Provide support to Finance Department with other finance/accounting related functions as needed. * Assists with deliveries as directed. * Maintain hard copies and/or electronic documents. * Assist in providing procurement support & training for department users. * Participate in departmental staff meetings, quality management activities, and professional development training as required * Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. * Other duties as directed. HOURS: Full time PAY: \$24.32 per hour WORKSITE: Tribal Administration Office 1245 Fulton Ave Coos Bay, OR 97420