Serves as specialized support for specific laboratory areas, translates technical needs into layman's terms for procurement documents, and guides Division staff and management in planning and executing complex procurements, contracts, laboratory supplies/services, and purchase order activities. Coordinates procurement issues for review and action, meets with applicable state and/or federal staff or entities, represents Division leadership when requested, prepares briefing documents and analyses, reviews policies and instructions, and serves as liaison with division, agency, budget, contract, grant, accounting, legal, and purchasing staff.