Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
1001 - 5000 employees
Founded 1940
🚗 Transport
🏛️ Government
👥 B2C
Transport • Government • B2C
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is the organization responsible for managing and operating the Pennsylvania Turnpike, a major toll highway system that serves over 500,000 customers daily. The Commission emphasizes safety and customer service, offering tools such as the E-ZPass for convenient toll payments and planning resources for travelers. Its mission includes enhancing mobility and fostering partnerships for continuous improvement in highway management and safety services.
Contracts and Procurement Specialist
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🕒 August 27, 2025
🏢🏡 Middletown – Hybrid
💵 $63.3k - $94.9k / year
⏰ Full Time
🟠 Senior
🔴 Lead
🛒 Procurement
🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
1001 - 5000 employees
Founded 1940
🚗 Transport
🏛️ Government
👥 B2C
Transport • Government • B2C
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is the organization responsible for managing and operating the Pennsylvania Turnpike, a major toll highway system that serves over 500,000 customers daily. The Commission emphasizes safety and customer service, offering tools such as the E-ZPass for convenient toll payments and planning resources for travelers. Its mission includes enhancing mobility and fostering partnerships for continuous improvement in highway management and safety services.
📋 Description
• The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future. • Job Purpose and Summary This position is responsible for performing professional level work coordinating contract administration and procurement activities for a variety of professional services including engineering, technology, financial, and other consulting services on behalf of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). Work at this level is distinguished from lower-level procurement positions by the ability to independently administer transactions and contracts in more than one area of procurement which requires coordination with various departments across the organization. Work performed involves the administration of confidential contract and procurement issues which requires significant discretion. Work is performed with independence and is reviewed by an administrative superior for conformance with PTC standards and objectives. • Essential Functions & Responsibilities Provides advice, training, and guidance to departments regarding proper contracting and procurement procedures. Ensures all legal, regulatory, and procedural requirements are met. Develops and coordinates the preparation of Requests for Proposal, Information, and/or Quotation with various departments. Prepares materials and maintains records in accordance with PTC policy and Professional Services Procurement Procedures. Works with vendors to ensure all procurement documents are clearly understood. Provides additional information upon request and reviews proposals from vendors for compliance with contract and procurement regulations and limits. Participates on or facilitates evaluation committees to review proposals/quotations for contraction recommendation. Drafts agreements and facilitates negotiations of prices, terms, and conditions. Ensures all terms are clear and beneficial to the PTC. Secures necessary approvals and signatures utilizing the PTC’s contracts lifecycle management system. Acts as the main point of contact for contract-related communications, and as a liaison between internal teams and external parties. Administers and follows contracts throughout their lifecycle, from initiation to execution and corresponding renewals. Ensures that assigned contracts are administered in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations, and PTC policies and procedures. Analyzes and monitors contract performance and compliance and maintains contractual usage records, obligations, expiration dates, and expenditures. Communicates with departments to help resolve issues that arise (e.g., invoicing, audit resolutions, insurance, bonds, vendor performance, etc.) and ensures that all parties fulfill their obligations. Processes shopping carts for purchases and work orders. Expedites purchases. Analyzes, compiles, and prepares bid/proposal requests. Utilizes the enterprise resource planning system (ERP) in accordance with policies and procedures. Appropriately handles change orders and necessary approval memorandums. Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents. Performs related duties as assigned.
🎯 Requirements
• Eight (8) years of experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, contract administration, supply-chain management, engineering, project management, or business administration; OR Four (4) years of experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, contract administration, supply-chain management, engineering, project management, or business administration AND a bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply-chain management, public administration, or related field; OR One (1) year as a Procurement Analyst at the PTC. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted. • Competencies Customer Service Problem Solving/Analysis Decision Making and Independent Judgment Communication Proficiency Business Writing Analytical Thinking Time Management Attention to Detail Technical Capacity Critical Thinking
🏖️ Benefits
• The Commission values its team members and understands the importance of work/life balance to the health, well-being and productivity of its team. Therefore, this position may be eligible for Flexible Work Options * such as: Hybrid Work - combination of remote and in-person reporting Alternate Work Schedule - flexibility to adjust work schedule length to complete work week in fewer days *Some options may require completion of probationary period. The Commission requires all employees to establish PA residency within 6 months of hire and to maintain PA residency, regardless of Flexible Work Options. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Commission will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
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