State of Arizona
Job Summary
The State Procurement Office (SPO) within the Arizona Department of Administration is on the lookout for a dedicated EPS Procurement Manager. This position plays an instrumental role in uplifting our limited delegation and small agency support endeavors. The chosen candidate will deliver a diverse range of customer support services tailored for these agencies, encompassing training, coaching, strategic planning, compliance assistance, and troubleshooting. Moreover, this role involves the meticulous development, management, and administration of contracts and solicitations specific to limited and small agencies.
Job Duties
Liaison and SPO contact for limited delegation/small agencies (including training, coaching, strategic planning, compliance assistance, and other various customer service functions)
Single agency and limited delegation agency solicitations
Administration of single agency/limited delegation agency contracts
Developing and implementing various sourcing strategies based upon business' strategic goals/objectives; interpreting applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Effective negotiation techniques; supply chain, logistics, and resource management
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of
State and federal statutes and rules related to government procurement activities and contract administration
Best practices to determine appropriate sourcing strategies/methods
Lean tools and methods
Methods of conducting research
Effective techniques of relationship management
General accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors
Source of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends
Skills in
Conducting data analysis to produce effective and accountable contracts
Developing and maintaining customer and supplier relationships
Negotiating contractual terms and conditions
Developing effective monitoring and reporting tools to ensure terms are adhered to
Communicating effectively with a wide range of customers, internal stakeholders at all levels, and suppliers
Interpreting business issues and recommending solutions/best practices
Ability to
Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies
Establish and maintain effective customer and supplier relationships
Develop and implement various monitoring strategies to ensure accountability
Synthesize, summarize, and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations
Work in a dynamic team environment that allows the incumbent to be responsive to changing goals and priorities
Selective Preference(s)
Bachelor's or Master's degree in supply chain management, business, or other closely related field; public procurement experience preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit the benefits page.
Retirement Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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Job Duties
Liaison and SPO contact for limited delegation/small agencies (including training, coaching, strategic planning, compliance assistance, and other various customer service functions)
Single agency and limited delegation agency solicitations
Administration of single agency/limited delegation agency contracts
Developing and implementing various sourcing strategies based upon business' strategic goals/objectives; interpreting applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Effective negotiation techniques; supply chain, logistics, and resource management
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of
State and federal statutes and rules related to government procurement activities and contract administration
Best practices to determine appropriate sourcing strategies/methods
Lean tools and methods
Methods of conducting research
Effective techniques of relationship management
General accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors
Source of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends
Skills in
Conducting data analysis to produce effective and accountable contracts
Developing and maintaining customer and supplier relationships
Negotiating contractual terms and conditions
Developing effective monitoring and reporting tools to ensure terms are adhered to
Communicating effectively with a wide range of customers, internal stakeholders at all levels, and suppliers
Interpreting business issues and recommending solutions/best practices
Ability to
Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies
Establish and maintain effective customer and supplier relationships
Develop and implement various monitoring strategies to ensure accountability
Synthesize, summarize, and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations
Work in a dynamic team environment that allows the incumbent to be responsive to changing goals and priorities
Selective Preference(s)
Bachelor's or Master's degree in supply chain management, business, or other closely related field; public procurement experience preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit the benefits page.
Retirement Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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