Procurement Specialist Senior
Purchasing manager job at State of Arizona
DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona's children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $300.00 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
Procurement Specialist Senior
Job Location:
Address: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $77,000
Grade: 22
Job Summary:
This position works under limited supervision and acts as a lead specialist. Develops, negotiates, enters into and administers complex or high-risk contracts, agreements and leases, including intergovernmental and interagency service agreements. This position handles complex procurements that require subject matter expertise and discretion in the field of procurement. May work in cooperation with or on behalf of local and federal government agencies. May develop complex statutorily defined contracts and/or statewide contracts.
ADDITIONAL SELECTIVE PREFERENCES:
Minimum three years experience equivalent to that of a Procurement Specialist. Education: A Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing, public administration or a related field from an accredited college is preferred. Professional certification such as a CPPO, CPPB or C.P.M. from a professional purchasing organization is preferred. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Job Duties:
Advise managers, staff and agency partners on procedures for developing contracts or parts of contracts. Collaborate with technical resource staff to develop specifications, including scope of work, special terms and conditions etc. Collaboratively establishes criteria for requests for proposals. Analyze consultative or program service needs and develop solicitation documents and contract specifications. Research and analyze products and market trends. Translate program requirements into contract terms. Evaluate contracts for potential performance risk. Develop strategies to minimize potential risk. Solicit and evaluate offers.
Analyze reasonableness of limited competition requests. Draft the Determinations and prepare the limited competition direct contracts following the Procurement code and SPO processes. Collaborate with the program on the scope of work and justification.
Devise negotiating strategies with goals and alternatives. Negotiate contract or agreement terms to minimize performance risk. Negotiate price agreements for services. Negotiate contract or agreement renewals, amendments, and plan changes. Develop new financial agreements and accelerated delivery schedules to support program needs. Consult with Attorney General's office to facilitate their clarification of legal issues and the approval of contract language. Function as liaison between private attorneys and Attorney General's office. Negotiate agreement terms and solve conflict between local and federal government representatives and agency staff.
Advise management on contract administration. Evaluate contractor performance or quality of services. Write contract or agreement amendments or extensions. Evaluate appropriateness of contract or agreement remedies in the light of a specific situation. Compile contract status reports. Conduct in-depth research and investigations of alleged contract violations and assist with their resolution. Develop and write non-compliance action plans. Act as liaison between contractor and staff. Audit and substantiate contractor's cost data. Identify cost items for proper charging to the contract. Settle claims of a variety of primary contractors. Settle contracts involving work over several years. Ensure contract records are maintained in accordance with retention schedules.
Explain department purchasing, contract or agreement policies to agency program staff. Explain and advise staff on State contracting laws, rules, regulations, operating policies, procedures and ethics. Explain contract process or terms to contractors. Prepare and deliver training to agency staff on procedures, requirements and related issues. Analyze data to formulate policy criteria or develop new acquisition techniques. Participate in statewide committees to establish and improve specifications, standards, procedures, and policies. Develop and implement agency policies and procedures for the effective administration of agency contracting or agreement activities. Audit contracts to identify process strengths and weaknesses and areas of non-compliance with regulations and policies. Review agency procurement contract or agreement practices for compliance for rules, statutes, policies and practices. Collaborate with management and customers to decide corrective actions. Provide advice to agency management on market rate and site evaluations.
Track department metrics and performance. Develop continuous improvement plans. Lead special projects to completion according to assigned milestone deadlines. Collaborate with agency departments and statewide agencies to develop standard work.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
* Considerable knowledge of public contracts management/acquisition process.
* Considerable knowledge of highly complex and technical commodities/services within scope of responsibility; of business law as it relates to contract formation and administration.
* Thorough knowledge of Arizona Procurement Code and related rules and regulations, as well as DHS/State contract management/acquisition process.
* State government organization and reporting structure, including DHS organizational structure.
* Working knowledge of contract management/acquisition software programs, including the Department's automated system.
* Uniform Commercial Code.
* Federal antitrust laws.
* Marketplace and available community resources.
* Marketing practices and principles.
* Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.
Skill in:
* Project management, negotiation strategies and techniques and dispute mediation.
* Analyzing and establishing priorities.
* Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing.
* Maintaining positive interpersonal relationships.
* Effective time management.
* Use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
* Providing excellent customer service.
Ability to:
* Interpret and apply agency and program rules and operating procedures.
* Direct an administrative services program for an organization.
* Perform difficult analytic work.
* Use Microsoft Excel, Access and Word.
* Learn and use web-based applications.
* Analyze and resolve complex problems.
* Prepare and develop complex programmatic reports.
* Work separately within direct and indirect reporting lines.
* Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Selective Preference(s):
Professional certification such as a CPPO, CPPB or C.P.M. from a professional purchasing organization is preferred. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Driver's License
Minimum three years experience equivalent to that of a Procurement Specialist.
A Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing, public administration or a related field from an accredited college is preferred.
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:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing ************************. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
Director of Purchase Order Processing & Registration
Islandia, NY jobs
Open to candidates who are permanent in the civil service title of Administrative Procurement Analyst or the comparable civil service titles of Administrative Contract Specialist and Administrative Staff Analyst, Administrative Accountant**. Due to active promotional list for Administrative Staff Analyst, only permanent DOHMH candidates can be considered. AMENDED
The Bureau of ACCO within the Division of Finance is requesting to hire Administrative Procurement Analyst or the comparable civil service titles of Administrative Contract Specialist and Administrative Staff Analyst to perform duties as a Director of Purchase Order Processing & Registration. Division Work Unit: Finance / ACCO (Director of Purchase Order (PO) Processing & Registration)
Summary Description The Finance Division at DOHMH has central responsibility and authority for all the finance, contracting, procurement, payroll, and revenue functions of the agency. Finance helps to ensure that programs and operations have the information, analysis, funding, and capacity to deliver critical services effectively and meet DOHMH's public health and racial equity
objectives.
Position Summary: The Director of Purchase Order (PO) Processing & Registration would be overseeing a team of 4. The team of 4 includes 3 Registration Analyst and a College AIdes..
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise PO Registration Unit. Efficiently distribute and assign workload to staff. Monitor staff performance and work progress to ensure tasks are completed timely and accurately.
- Provide guidance and support to staff
-Train staff in all duties related to their work; ensure that staff complete all required DOHMH trainings on time and relevant procurement trainings as necessary.
- Utilize multiple databases and citywide systems. Input budget and contract data in the city's Financial Management System (FMS) and Procurement and Sourcing Solutions Portal (PASSPort).
- Review and analyze all contract packages for completeness, ensuring that all documentation and required forms are in compliance with the city's rules and regulations.
- Open service tickets to resolve OES and PASSPort issues.
- Oversee vendor management actions are processed and submitted to the Comptroller's Office in a timely manner. - Ensure timely PO registration and prioritization of high priority actions.
- Oversee processing and approvals of Purchasing action requests in OTPS Encumbrance System (OES).
- Resolve any discrepancies found from OES Reconciliation Exception Report.
- Provide technical assistance to program units and budget office in order to resolve errors in encumbrances.
-Draft and prepare memos, respond to oversight agency inquiries regarding PO registration and encumbrance issues, and ensure that responses to oversight agencies are prioritized.
-Ensure copies of registered POs are uploaded into the agency's Purchasing system and sent out to contractors and program units upon registration.
-Assist Division with annual fiscal year-end close out.
- Classify, file and archive contracts and procurement files as necessary. Properly dispose of files in accordance with the City's retention schedule
- Participate in staff recruitment activities, including drafting job descriptions, interviewing candidates, and recommending candidates.
- Onboard new staff. Develop and issue Tasks and Standards.
- Conduct employee performance evaluations on an annual basis (or interim basis as necessary).
- Attend office meetings including program bureau meetings, represent Assistant ACCO and Deputy ACCO at key meetings with senior officials within the agency.
- Research and retrieve documents for FOIL requests and audits.
- Maintain Agency's procurement records and file room according with the Agency's standards and City's retention policy.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
ADM PROC ANAL-NM FRM M1-3 - 8297A
Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or a related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or
2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in "1" above.
Possession of an acceptable professional procurement certification may be substituted for up to one year of the experience described in "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in""1" above.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Procurement Specialist Senior
Phoenix, AZ jobs
DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY
The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona's children through prevention, services, and support.
Procurement Specialist Senior
Job Location:
OFFICE OF SUPPORT SERVICES
3003 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85012
Posting Details:
Salary: $34.3750 HRLY/$71.500.00 Salary
Grade: 22
Closing Date: January 4, 2026
Job Summary:
Under limited supervision, this position exercises considerable independence and discretionary judgment within policies and procedures established for the work system, performs as a lead specialist, decides the appropriate contracting method, and evaluates the risks associated with the contract. In addition, this position writes specialized requirements, develops scopes of work, negotiates contract and leasing language, does cost or price analysis, and approves or rejects changes. This position may also write guidelines, standard of work and train staff, or act as project coordinator or facilitator for significant procurements and agreements. This position will also serve as a liaison to Field Leadership on service contract trainings, communications, & changes.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
Develops contractual terms and conditions. Oversees bid proposals and actively negotiates human services and non-human services contractual agreements with suppliers. Prepares award documents for signature. Conducts post award and contract administration activities such as post-award meetings. This position will serve as a focal point in implementation of new service contracts.
Provides guidance and assistance to program work units in the interpretation of a contract, vendor performance requirements and the development of scopes of work. Assist as the contracts liaison to Field Leadership to train and conduct outreach on service contract issues.
Uploads contract documents, certificates of insurance, amendments and correspondence into the State's eProcurement system Arizona Procurement Portal (APP).
Conducts public meetings with vendors and with stakeholders to seek input and industry knowledge for goods and services used by the department.
Will serve as a liaison to Field, Program Development & Learning & Development to document & gather customer feedback on future contracts improvements.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
State and federal statutes and laws appropriate to area of assignment
Budget development and expenditure control
Available community resources
DCS programs, services, policies, and procedures
Skills in:
Verbal and written communication
Interpreting and applying laws, rules and regulations appropriate to area of assignment
Developing effective monitoring and reporting tools
Comprehending complex problems requiring a broad perspective
Effective negotiation and solicitation techniques
Creating, writing, and interpreting policy and contracts
Ability to:
Communicate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels
Establish and maintain work relationships with contracted and governmental agency representatives and citizen advocacy groups
Lead teams using a variety of lean tools
Summarize and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations
Maintain confidentiality of purchasing and procurement details
Learn Procurement practices, processes and procedures
Learn Contractual language (terms/conditions) and Procurement code
Write policy and procedure
Selective Preference(s):
Minimum two years of experience developing/managing/writing contracts, agreements, policies, and/or procedures AND/OR previous experience in the child welfare field.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Requires the possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11). Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintain valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration. Mileage may be reimbursed, if applicable.
(Arizona Administrative Code Revised 1/29/2020)
Must be able to secure and maintain clearance from DCS Central Registry.
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:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4:00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
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.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us:
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting ************ or by email at *************. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at ************ or by email at ********************. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
PURCHASING MANAGER - 22010099
Gainesville, FL jobs
Working Title: PURCHASING MANAGER - 22010099 Pay Plan: State Courts System 22010099 Salary: $69,196.56 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Description - The Eighth Judicial Circuit Court is seeking to fill a Purchasing Manager position at the Alachua County Courthouse in Gainesville, Florida. The essential function of the position is to manage state and county purchasing operations within the Eighth Judicial Circuit. The position is responsible for supervision, planning, training, procurement of goods and services, shipping and receiving, reconciling purchasing cards, overseeing the vendor bid system, managing inventory and record maintenance, and performing related administrative functions, including preparing reports. The position works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Functions, Responsibilities, Competencies - Responsible for state and county inventory and surplus of equipment and furniture, including coordination and maintenance of contracts for leasing of equipment. Finance, accounting and budgeting experience in government. Determines furnishing and renovation needs, as well as schedules and coordinates receiving or relocation of furniture, supplies and equipment. Supervision of vendors to ensure compliance with purchase orders and resolution of discrepancies. Review and approve purchase requisitions/orders invoices, travel vouchers, and reconciling and auditing accounts. Research prices, purchases, inspects and coordinates repairs of all technology equipment. Observes and responds to issues that may result in damage to, or loss of, property. Manages courier services and communication equipment, such as cell phones, landlines and postage machines. Establish and maintain working relationships with court personnel, vendors, the public, and other governmental agencies to exchange information relating to purchasing of goods and services throughout the circuit.
Education and Qualifications - Bachelor's degree from an accredited four‐year college or university in business administration, accounting, purchasing or a closely related field, and five years of related experience including two years of supervisory experience. A master's degree in an area cited above may substitute for the recommended experience. Progressive responsible experience may substitute for the recommended college education on a year for year basis.
Benefits - State of Florida benefits offered, including State of Florida retirement.
Application Process - Information must be submitted through the People First System. Cover letter and resume are required; only complete application packets will be considered. Questions can be submitted to ***************.
Notice - The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. EOE. If you are a person with a disability, selected to participate in the interview process and need an accommodation, please contact ADA Coordinator at ************.
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The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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Easy ApplySenior Manager, Procurement
New York, NY jobs
Have you ever had that green-light feeling? When you hit every green light and the day just feels like magic. CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences where every day has that feeling. With more than 30+ million passionate members and hundreds of partners around the world, CLEAR's identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it's at the airport, stadium, or right on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - unlocking easier, more secure, and more seamless experiences - making them all feel like magic.
CLEAR is seeking a data-driven Senior Manager, Procurement to transform how we purchase, partner, and scale. You'll drive operational excellence by optimizing purchasing, strengthening vendor partnerships, streamlining workflows and processes that power our growth. This role will report to the Chief Accounting Officer and is based out of our corporate office in New York City.
What you'll do:
Undertake analysis of CLEAR's existing and new vendor relationships across all departments to identify and quantify consolidation and savings opportunities
Develop qualified, competitive vendors on a continuing basis through comprehensive financial and market review
Design and implement a standard integration model for procurement projects
Establish contract terms and conditions and coordinate with stakeholders to execute optimal contracts
Work with all teams to optimize the purchasing and sourcing/RFP process, including use of the Company's purchase order systems, Coupa, and Tropic
How you'll measure success:
Developing and improving existing end to end procurement process
Percentage of dollars saved for the company annually
Efficiencies found in our processes
Good stakeholder management and relationships
What you're great at:
7+ years of focused experience in opportunity identification, indirect procurement, contract management, competitive price analysis, supplier relationship management and performance management
Demonstrated ability to effectively develop and interact in a cross-functional environment with all levels of executive management
Specialized expertise in the technology and security software category preferred
Understanding of current/trending market conditions, and how to best leverage them in a diverse, technology-driven, enterprise organization
Strong working understanding of and experience in contract law, and negotiations in both Legal and Business terms in Legal Agreements
Experience with a purchase order system such as Coupa, and contract management systems
How You'll be Rewarded:
At CLEAR, we help YOU move forward - because when you're at your best, we're at our best. You'll work with talented team members motivated by our mission of making experiences safer and easier. Our offices are bright and energetic with an open concept and plenty of conference rooms and casual co-working spaces. We also offer catered lunches every day and have fully stocked kitchens. Outside of the office, we invest in your well-being and learning & development with stipends and reimbursement programs.
We offer holistic total rewards, including comprehensive healthcare plans, family-building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support), flexible time off, annual wellness stipend, free OneMedical memberships for you and your dependents, a CLEAR Plus membership, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. The base salary range for this role is $135,000-$165,000, depending on levels of skills and experience.
The base salary range represents the low and high end of CLEAR's salary range for this position. Salaries will vary depending on various factors which include, but are not limited to location, education, skills, experience and performance. The range listed is just one component of CLEAR's total compensation package for employees and other rewards may include annual bonuses, commission, Restricted Stock Units
CLEAR provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or protected needs. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, time off, extra breaks, making a change to the application process or work procedures, policy exceptions, providing documents in an alternative format, live captioning or using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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Auto-ApplySenior Manager, Procurement
New York jobs
at MTA Headquarters
JOB TITLE:
Senior Manager, Procurement
DEPT/DIV:
Procurement
WORK LOCATION:
2 Broadway
FULL/PART-TIME
FULL
SALARY RANGE:
$103,877 - $123,354
DEADLINE:
Until filled
This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Position Objective:
Manage, coordinate, and direct complex procurements and acquisitions for major investments to support the operating and administrative areas of the MTA, including multi-agency program initiatives, and other high-dollar/complex acquisitions which are often worth in excess of $25M. Develops acquisition strategies, assures plans are followed by leading MTA staff through the award process. Manages and coordinates award of several contracts simultaneously, and through strong knowledge of PAL 1209 and All Agency Procurement Guidelines, develops MTA-wide policies and procedures that have long-term implications.
Responsibilities:
Provides prompt and effective coaching and counseling to staff. Review the performance of staff. Work with senior management to create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
Plans strategies for complex procurements and acquisitions for major investments. Leads an inter-departmental procurement team in developing solicitations, negotiations, and overseeing the award process. Assess long-term cost implications of procurement decisions. Devise, coordinate, and implement procurement strategies that account for multi-department/agency requirements while maximizing competition within the selected marketplace.
Directs the development and review of client departments' technical scope of work and specifications, and requests for contracts or contract modifications. Performs market research to determine the best method of meeting MTA requirements. Researches and attains knowledge of program, regulatory, and operational issues to ensure that the procurement addresses these needs.
Assists in MTA-wide programs involving all aspects of procurement, including conceptualization and planning of strategies, consolidation, shared services, product standardization, and development of best practices. Develops and presents findings and recommendations to senior management and responses to oversight agencies.
Drafts and negotiates contractual terms and conditions that are appropriate to the procurement of complex material, equipment, and systems. Assesses the impact of various laws and guidelines on the procurement process. Plans an effective strategy to achieve timely and properly regulated results.
Manages the conceptualization and development of standard intergroup policies and procedures and develops curriculum for uniform training of managerial and non-managerial staff. Develops and implements strategies to improve vendor on-time delivery performance through data collection, analysis, vendor monitoring, and outreach programs.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must have knowledge of procurement practice and a basic understanding of legal and contractual procedures.
Must have a sound business sense and be able to deal effectively with contractors and vendors.
Must have an excellent understanding of Word and PowerPoint, and have a high proficiency in Excel and database queries to facilitate complex statistical analysis.
Experience in preparing and making presentations to senior staff within and outside of the Authority.
Superb communication skills as well as thorough knowledge of PAL 1209, All Agency Procurement Guidelines, and procurement policy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor's Office for New York State, the New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.
Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Public Policy or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum 8 years of related experience.
Minimum 3 years of managerial/supervisory experience.
Specialized Experience
Experience with high-dollar and/or complex procurements, extensive knowledge of supply chain dynamics, and/or public-sector procurement environment.
Other Information
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
Auto-ApplySenior Manager, Procurement
New York, NY jobs
at MTA Headquarters JOB TITLE: Senior Manager, Procurement DEPT/DIV: Procurement FULL/PART-TIME FULL SALARY RANGE: $103,877 - $123,354 DEADLINE: Until filled This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Position Objective:
Manage, coordinate, and direct complex procurements and acquisitions for major investments to support the operating and administrative areas of the MTA, including multi-agency program initiatives, and other high-dollar/complex acquisitions which are often worth in excess of $25M. Develops acquisition strategies, assures plans are followed by leading MTA staff through the award process. Manages and coordinates award of several contracts simultaneously, and through strong knowledge of PAL 1209 and All Agency Procurement Guidelines, develops MTA-wide policies and procedures that have long-term implications.
Responsibilities:
* Provides prompt and effective coaching and counseling to staff. Review the performance of staff. Work with senior management to create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
* Plans strategies for complex procurements and acquisitions for major investments. Leads an inter-departmental procurement team in developing solicitations, negotiations, and overseeing the award process. Assess long-term cost implications of procurement decisions. Devise, coordinate, and implement procurement strategies that account for multi-department/agency requirements while maximizing competition within the selected marketplace.
* Directs the development and review of client departments' technical scope of work and specifications, and requests for contracts or contract modifications. Performs market research to determine the best method of meeting MTA requirements. Researches and attains knowledge of program, regulatory, and operational issues to ensure that the procurement addresses these needs.
* Assists in MTA-wide programs involving all aspects of procurement, including conceptualization and planning of strategies, consolidation, shared services, product standardization, and development of best practices. Develops and presents findings and recommendations to senior management and responses to oversight agencies.
* Drafts and negotiates contractual terms and conditions that are appropriate to the procurement of complex material, equipment, and systems. Assesses the impact of various laws and guidelines on the procurement process. Plans an effective strategy to achieve timely and properly regulated results.
* Manages the conceptualization and development of standard intergroup policies and procedures and develops curriculum for uniform training of managerial and non-managerial staff. Develops and implements strategies to improve vendor on-time delivery performance through data collection, analysis, vendor monitoring, and outreach programs.
* Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Must have knowledge of procurement practice and a basic understanding of legal and contractual procedures.
* Must have a sound business sense and be able to deal effectively with contractors and vendors.
* Must have an excellent understanding of Word and PowerPoint, and have a high proficiency in Excel and database queries to facilitate complex statistical analysis.
* Experience in preparing and making presentations to senior staff within and outside of the Authority.
* Superb communication skills as well as thorough knowledge of PAL 1209, All Agency Procurement Guidelines, and procurement policy.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor's Office for New York State, the New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
* Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.
* Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
* Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.
* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Required Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Public Policy or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree.
* Minimum 8 years of related experience.
* Minimum 3 years of managerial/supervisory experience.
* Specialized Experience
* Experience with high-dollar and/or complex procurements, extensive knowledge of supply chain dynamics, and/or public-sector procurement environment.
Other Information
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
Auto-ApplyAssistant Chief Procurement Officer
Orlando, FL jobs
Salary Range $43.11-$54.97 Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 01-15-2026 Performs managerial and technical work in support of the procurement and contract staff and the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). Exercises considerable independent judgment when supervising employees, managing the daily process, negotiating contracts, and applying city code, policies, procedures, and federal and state law. Responsible for the administration of complex solicitations, programs, special projects, and assignments. Apply the principles of accountability, ethics, impartiality, professionalism, service, and transparency in procurement. Provides direct supervision of procurement operations (goods, services, construction, and professional services) and manages day-to-day operations to ensure effective and consistent workflow. Work is performed under the direction of the CPO. Performance is reviewed through periodic conferences, observations, and analysis of results, reports, and recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related business field, four (4) years progressively responsible experience in the procurement and contracting of materials, equipment, and service contracts, two (2) years supervisory experience, and two (2) years experience in governmental procurement; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must hold industry standard procurement certification(s) such as NIGP-CPP (NIGP Certified Procurement Professional), CPPB (Certified Public Purchasing Buyer), CPPO (Certified Public Purchasing Officer), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), AAP (Accredited Purchasing Practitioner), or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at **************** or ************.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
* Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
* Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
* Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
* Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Assistant Chief Procurement Officer
Orlando, FL jobs
Salary Range$43.11-$54.97Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting01-15-2026Job Summary
Performs managerial and technical work in support of the procurement and contract staff and the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). Exercises considerable independent judgment when supervising employees, managing the daily process, negotiating contracts, and applying city code, policies, procedures, and federal and state law. Responsible for the administration of complex solicitations, programs, special projects, and assignments. Apply the principles of accountability, ethics, impartiality, professionalism, service, and transparency in procurement. Provides direct supervision of procurement operations (goods, services, construction, and professional services) and manages day-to-day operations to ensure effective and consistent workflow. Work is performed under the direction of the CPO. Performance is reviewed through periodic conferences, observations, and analysis of results, reports, and recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related business field, four (4) years progressively responsible experience in the procurement and contracting of materials, equipment, and service contracts, two (2) years supervisory experience, and two (2) years experience in governmental procurement; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must hold industry standard procurement certification(s) such as NIGP-CPP (NIGP Certified Procurement Professional), CPPB (Certified Public Purchasing Buyer), CPPO (Certified Public Purchasing Officer), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), AAP (Accredited Purchasing Practitioner), or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description.
Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at **************** or ************.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Auto-ApplyProcurement Officer II
Tucson, AZ jobs
OPEN UNTIL FILLED Job Type: Classified Salary Grade: 16 Pay Range Hiring Range: $75,816 - $90,979 Annually Pay Range: $75,816 - $106,163 Annually Range Explanation: * Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
* Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
First review of applications will be on 11/28/2025.
The Procurement Officer II position oversees complex sourcing and contracting activities, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services. This role provides leadership and mentorship to procurement staff, manages vendor relationships, and leads high-value contract negotiations to achieve optimal outcomes. The position also contributes to long-term procurement strategies, monitors program performance, and drives process improvements and digital solutions that enhance efficiency and accountability. As a strategic partner within the Procurement Division, the Procurement Officer II position advises leadership, supports key initiatives, and helps shape policies and practices that strengthen the County's procurement operations and advance organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public procurement, expertise in contract law and negotiation, and a demonstrated passion for efficiency, transparency, and innovation in procurement practices.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
* Leads and mentors procurement staff, offering guidance on strategic sourcing, contract management, reporting, and procurement best practices;
* Plans, organizes, and coordinates sourcing strategies for high-value and complex requirements; Identifies opportunities for process improvements and implements innovative solutions;
* Facilitates cross-functional teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods and services;
* Assists the Procurement Division Manager in aligning long-term strategic objectives for managing commodities, services, and contracts;
* Oversees complex solicitations for strategic commodities and projects with the departmental goals and objectives;
* Maintains confidentiality and security of sensitive procurement information;
* Evaluates and recommends the procurement method(s) or sourcing strategy for each requirement to maximize value, ensure compliance, and ensure efficiency;
* Monitors and assesses procurement program performance;
* Develops key performance metrics and recommends improvements in sourcing and contract management;
* As assigned by the Division Manager, oversees updates and maintenance of procurement templates, documents, and procedures to ensure compliance with County procurement codes and policies;
* Coordinates investigations and prepares reports related to vendor protests and disputes;
* Leads contract negotiations for strategic commodities, services, and design/construction contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing;
* Analyzes Procurement Card (PCard) and non-contract invoice reports to ensure compliance with procurement policies and identify competitive sourcing opportunities;
* Represents or acts on behalf of the Procurement Division Manager within assigned areas and as directed;
* Assists in the digital transformation of procurement systems, processes, and dashboards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, purchasing, materials management, engineering, architecture, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND five years of professional procurement experience related to contract writing, administration, or commodity management.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR:
Three years of experience with Pima County in a Procurement Officer I or related position as determined by the department head at time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
* Bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, business administration, supply chain management, finance, or a related field.
* Minimum five (5) years procurement experience in the public sector or large, complex organizations, including leadership of strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiation of high-value, multi-year contracts.
* Minimum three (3) years experience implementing or optimizing eProcurement or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP Ariba, Advantage, Workday) and supporting digital transformation or automation of procurement workflows.
* Minimum three (3) years of advanced knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, and best practices.
* Minimum three (3) years strong analytical and data-driven decision-making experience, including developing procurement performance metrics.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information:
Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination
Special Notice: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Auto-ApplyProcurement Officer II
Tucson, AZ jobs
SummaryDepartment - ProcurementJob Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Type: Classified
Salary Grade: 16
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $75,816 - $90,979 Annually
Pay Range: $75,816 - $106,163 Annually
Range Explanation:
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
First review of applications will be on 11/28/2025.
The Procurement Officer II position oversees complex sourcing and contracting activities, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services. This role provides leadership and mentorship to procurement staff, manages vendor relationships, and leads high-value contract negotiations to achieve optimal outcomes. The position also contributes to long-term procurement strategies, monitors program performance, and drives process improvements and digital solutions that enhance efficiency and accountability. As a strategic partner within the Procurement Division, the Procurement Officer II position advises leadership, supports key initiatives, and helps shape policies and practices that strengthen the County's procurement operations and advance organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public procurement, expertise in contract law and negotiation, and a demonstrated passion for efficiency, transparency, and innovation in procurement practices.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Leads and mentors procurement staff, offering guidance on strategic sourcing, contract management, reporting, and procurement best practices;
Plans, organizes, and coordinates sourcing strategies for high-value and complex requirements; Identifies opportunities for process improvements and implements innovative solutions;
Facilitates cross-functional teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods and services;
Assists the Procurement Division Manager in aligning long-term strategic objectives for managing commodities, services, and contracts;
Oversees complex solicitations for strategic commodities and projects with the departmental goals and objectives;
Maintains confidentiality and security of sensitive procurement information;
Evaluates and recommends the procurement method(s) or sourcing strategy for each requirement to maximize value, ensure compliance, and ensure efficiency;
Monitors and assesses procurement program performance;
Develops key performance metrics and recommends improvements in sourcing and contract management;
As assigned by the Division Manager, oversees updates and maintenance of procurement templates, documents, and procedures to ensure compliance with County procurement codes and policies;
Coordinates investigations and prepares reports related to vendor protests and disputes;
Leads contract negotiations for strategic commodities, services, and design/construction contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing;
Analyzes Procurement Card (PCard) and non-contract invoice reports to ensure compliance with procurement policies and identify competitive sourcing opportunities;
Represents or acts on behalf of the Procurement Division Manager within assigned areas and as directed;
Assists in the digital transformation of procurement systems, processes, and dashboards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, purchasing, materials management, engineering, architecture, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND five years of professional procurement experience related to contract writing, administration, or commodity management.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR:
Three years of experience with Pima County in a Procurement Officer I or related position as determined by the department head at time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and “Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, business administration, supply chain management, finance, or a related field.
Minimum five (5) years procurement experience in the public sector or large, complex organizations, including leadership of strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiation of high-value, multi-year contracts.
Minimum three (3) years experience implementing or optimizing eProcurement or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP Ariba, Advantage, Workday) and supporting digital transformation or automation of procurement workflows.
Minimum three (3) years of advanced knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, and best practices.
Minimum three (3) years strong analytical and data-driven decision-making experience, including developing procurement performance metrics.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information:
Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination
Special Notice: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Auto-ApplyProcurement Specialist Senior
Phoenix, AZ jobs
DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona's children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $300.00 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
Procurement Specialist Senior
Job Location:
Address: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $77,000
Grade: 22
Job Summary:
This position works under limited supervision and acts as a lead specialist. Develops, negotiates, enters into and administers complex or high-risk contracts, agreements and leases, including intergovernmental and interagency service agreements. This position handles complex procurements that require subject matter expertise and discretion in the field of procurement. May work in cooperation with or on behalf of local and federal government agencies. May develop complex statutorily defined contracts and/or statewide contracts.
ADDITIONAL SELECTIVE PREFERENCES:
Minimum three years experience equivalent to that of a Procurement Specialist. Education: A Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing, public administration or a related field from an accredited college is preferred. Professional certification such as a CPPO, CPPB or C.P.M. from a professional purchasing organization is preferred. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Job Duties:
Advise managers, staff and agency partners on procedures for developing contracts or parts of contracts. Collaborate with technical resource staff to develop specifications, including scope of work, special terms and conditions etc. Collaboratively establishes criteria for requests for proposals. Analyze consultative or program service needs and develop solicitation documents and contract specifications. Research and analyze products and market trends. Translate program requirements into contract terms. Evaluate contracts for potential performance risk. Develop strategies to minimize potential risk. Solicit and evaluate offers.
Analyze reasonableness of limited competition requests. Draft the Determinations and prepare the limited competition direct contracts following the Procurement code and SPO processes. Collaborate with the program on the scope of work and justification.
Devise negotiating strategies with goals and alternatives. Negotiate contract or agreement terms to minimize performance risk. Negotiate price agreements for services. Negotiate contract or agreement renewals, amendments, and plan changes. Develop new financial agreements and accelerated delivery schedules to support program needs. Consult with Attorney General's office to facilitate their clarification of legal issues and the approval of contract language. Function as liaison between private attorneys and Attorney General's office. Negotiate agreement terms and solve conflict between local and federal government representatives and agency staff.
Advise management on contract administration. Evaluate contractor performance or quality of services. Write contract or agreement amendments or extensions. Evaluate appropriateness of contract or agreement remedies in the light of a specific situation. Compile contract status reports. Conduct in-depth research and investigations of alleged contract violations and assist with their resolution. Develop and write non-compliance action plans. Act as liaison between contractor and staff. Audit and substantiate contractor's cost data. Identify cost items for proper charging to the contract. Settle claims of a variety of primary contractors. Settle contracts involving work over several years. Ensure contract records are maintained in accordance with retention schedules.
Explain department purchasing, contract or agreement policies to agency program staff. Explain and advise staff on State contracting laws, rules, regulations, operating policies, procedures and ethics. Explain contract process or terms to contractors. Prepare and deliver training to agency staff on procedures, requirements and related issues. Analyze data to formulate policy criteria or develop new acquisition techniques. Participate in statewide committees to establish and improve specifications, standards, procedures, and policies. Develop and implement agency policies and procedures for the effective administration of agency contracting or agreement activities. Audit contracts to identify process strengths and weaknesses and areas of non-compliance with regulations and policies. Review agency procurement contract or agreement practices for compliance for rules, statutes, policies and practices. Collaborate with management and customers to decide corrective actions. Provide advice to agency management on market rate and site evaluations.
Track department metrics and performance. Develop continuous improvement plans. Lead special projects to completion according to assigned milestone deadlines. Collaborate with agency departments and statewide agencies to develop standard work.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
- Considerable knowledge of public contracts management/acquisition process.
- Considerable knowledge of highly complex and technical commodities/services within scope of responsibility; of business law as it relates to contract formation and administration.
- Thorough knowledge of Arizona Procurement Code and related rules and regulations, as well as DHS/State contract management/acquisition process.
- State government organization and reporting structure, including DHS organizational structure.
- Working knowledge of contract management/acquisition software programs, including the Department's automated system.
- Uniform Commercial Code.
- Federal antitrust laws.
- Marketplace and available community resources.
- Marketing practices and principles.
-Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.
Skill in:
- Project management, negotiation strategies and techniques and dispute mediation.
- Analyzing and establishing priorities.
- Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Maintaining positive interpersonal relationships.
- Effective time management.
- Use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Providing excellent customer service.
Ability to:
- Interpret and apply agency and program rules and operating procedures.
- Direct an administrative services program for an organization.
- Perform difficult analytic work.
- Use Microsoft Excel, Access and Word.
- Learn and use web-based applications.
- Analyze and resolve complex problems.
- Prepare and develop complex programmatic reports.
- Work separately within direct and indirect reporting lines.
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Selective Preference(s):
Professional certification such as a CPPO, CPPB or C.P.M. from a professional purchasing organization is preferred. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Driver's License
Minimum three years experience equivalent to that of a Procurement Specialist.
A Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing, public administration or a related field from an accredited college is preferred.
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:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing ************************. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
Director of Procurement
Albany, NY jobs
New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State's affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.
A Civil Service exam is not required for this position. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
The Office of Professional Services (OPS) is responsible for all administrative and support services, including Human Resources, Communications and Public Information, Legal Affairs, Fair Housing, Policy Development, Competitive Procurement and Contract Management, Fiscal Planning, Accounting and Treasury Services, Facilities and Building Management Services, Internal Audit, Project Management and Information Technology Services. OPS values professionals that enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and who have the skills required to effectively plan, direct, and coordinate HCR's wide array of support services.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Vice President, Contracts and Administration (VP), the Director of Procurement is responsible for assisting the VP in the directing and managing of HCR's procurement of goods and services, assuring that the planning and implementation of HCR's procurement and contract activities are in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Developing, evaluating or reviewing, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Bids (RFBs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Information (RFIs), Sole/Single Source Procurements, Preferred Source Procurement, Discretionary Spend Procurements, and other related procurements, performing end-to-end processes;
Working with the VP, plan and direct the procurement and contracting services for all goods and services utilizing a variety of procurement methods, ensuring that all procurements comply with applicable laws, regulations and policies.
Manage procurement activities related to Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFP/Q) and execution of various services contracts; Competitive Sealed Bids (CSB), Invitation for Bids (IFB), etc. and execution of various goods contracts; and all non-competitive procurement activities.
Evaluate and conduct clarification of contract terms, conditions and intent on all procurement documents.
Working with the VP, assist in providing final review for all procurement decisions and contract executions prior to obtaining executive and oversight approvals.
Direct activities regarding the mini-bid process among pre-qualified panel of vendors.
Working with the VP, assist in the development and/or modification of procurement policies and procedures and incorporate new legislative and regulatory directives in the overall procurement process.
Interface with auditors and compliance monitors to identify and mitigate risks and improve agency controls.
Manage requests for audit documentation and prepare responses to auditing entities.
Manage weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well as ad hoc reports.
Develop relations with programs and obtain timely information to support programmatic needs.
Implement and administer best practices and KPIs throughout the procurement cycle to drive continuous improvement in financial efficiency and service levels.
Ensure all procurement and agreement files are accurate, complete and maintained in an orderly fashion.
Working with the VP, manage the development, implementation and delivery of procurement training needs.
Working with the VP, assist in advising executive management of critical issues related to procurement and provide suggested solutions.
Provide guidance on subrecipient procurement activities as needed.
Manage procurement staff in daily activities, including preparing overall work schedules, setting priorities, and reviewing work for effectiveness, efficiency and compliance with established rules and guidelines.
Manage FOIL requests.
Prepare board materials.
Perform other related duties and special projects as may be requested.
Who you are:
Bachelor's degree or higher (
a plus
) and minimum of six years in public sector procurement/contracts, three or more years of which must have been in a managerial role supervising staff in the area of procurement
Experience in finance (fiscal operations/budgets) a plus
Experience with subrecipient agreements a plus
Creating and implementing policy/procedures experience a plus
Experience in working with automated system for contracts a plus
CDBG-DR knowledge and experience a plus
Knowledgeable in New York State and federal procurement rules, regulations, policies and best practices
Proven ability to handle competing priorities
Proven ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to work collaboratively with vendors, agency management and program staff to solve problems and recommend positive solutions
Strong management and organizational skills
Shared organizational value for integrity, flexibility and professional/ethical behavior
A can-do attitude
Ability to understand and problem solve sensitive matters
Ability to be discreet
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
What we offer at NYSHCR:
Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees' Retirement System.
Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals
Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays
Opportunity for compressed scheduling
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Paid Family Leave
Opportunity for compressed/flextime scheduling
As a New York State employee, you may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer.
Additional SONYMA/HFA/AHC Benefits:
Cash in for Wellness! This program provides you with the option of buying or renewing a health club membership of your choice or enrolling in a weight loss and or smoking cessation program, using your sick leave accruals.
Tuition reimbursement program - for job related and non-job related courses
Vacation Leave Buy-Back program - Subject to approval, every year eligible employees may exchange previously earned and accrued vacation time in return for cash compensation (at employee's daily rate of pay at time of exchange)
Access to Plum Benefits - savings on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, tours, Broadway shows and more!
Optical reimbursement program - Employees are eligible for optical, hearing aid, and podiatric expenses not otherwise covered by insurance, with a maximum aggregate amount of $650 per year, per family. Unused yearly balances may be carried over to the next year for a maximum of $1300
About New York State Homes and Community Renewal:
Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas,
HCR
is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State's housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.
Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction. finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies.
Director of Procurement
New York, NY jobs
New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State's affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.
A Civil Service exam is not required for this position. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
The Office of Professional Services (OPS) is responsible for all administrative and support services, including Human Resources, Communications and Public Information, Legal Affairs, Fair Housing, Policy Development, Competitive Procurement and Contract Management, Fiscal Planning, Accounting and Treasury Services, Facilities and Building Management Services, Internal Audit, Project Management and Information Technology Services. OPS values professionals that enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and who have the skills required to effectively plan, direct, and coordinate HCR's wide array of support services.
Job Summary: Reporting to the Vice President, Contracts and Administration (VP), the Director of Procurement is responsible for assisting the VP in the directing and managing of HCR's procurement of goods and services, assuring that the planning and implementation of HCR's procurement and contract activities are in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Developing, evaluating or reviewing, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Bids (RFBs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Information (RFIs), Sole/Single Source Procurements, Preferred Source Procurement, Discretionary Spend Procurements, and other related procurements, performing end-to-end processes;
Working with the VP, plan and direct the procurement and contracting services for all goods and services utilizing a variety of procurement methods, ensuring that all procurements comply with applicable laws, regulations and policies.
Manage procurement activities related to Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFP/Q) and execution of various services contracts; Competitive Sealed Bids (CSB), Invitation for Bids (IFB), etc. and execution of various goods contracts; and all non-competitive procurement activities.
Evaluate and conduct clarification of contract terms, conditions and intent on all procurement documents.
Working with the VP, assist in providing final review for all procurement decisions and contract executions prior to obtaining executive and oversight approvals.
Direct activities regarding the mini-bid process among pre-qualified panel of vendors.
Working with the VP, assist in the development and/or modification of procurement policies and procedures and incorporate new legislative and regulatory directives in the overall procurement process.
Interface with auditors and compliance monitors to identify and mitigate risks and improve agency controls.
Manage requests for audit documentation and prepare responses to auditing entities.
Manage weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well as ad hoc reports.
Develop relations with programs and obtain timely information to support programmatic needs.
Implement and administer best practices and KPIs throughout the procurement cycle to drive continuous improvement in financial efficiency and service levels.
Ensure all procurement and agreement files are accurate, complete and maintained in an orderly fashion.
Working with the VP, manage the development, implementation and delivery of procurement training needs.
Working with the VP, assist in advising executive management of critical issues related to procurement and provide suggested solutions.
Provide guidance on subrecipient procurement activities as needed.
Manage procurement staff in daily activities, including preparing overall work schedules, setting priorities, and reviewing work for effectiveness, efficiency and compliance with established rules and guidelines.
Manage FOIL requests.
Prepare board materials.
Perform other related duties and special projects as may be requested.
Who you are:
Bachelor's degree or higher (a plus) and minimum of six years in public sector procurement/contracts, three or more years of which must have been in a managerial role supervising staff in the area of procurement
Experience in finance (fiscal operations/budgets) a plus
Experience with subrecipient agreements a plus
Creating and implementing policy/procedures experience a plus
Experience in working with automated system for contracts a plus
CDBG-DR knowledge and experience a plus
Knowledgeable in New York State and federal procurement rules, regulations, policies and best practices
Proven ability to handle competing priorities
Proven ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to work collaboratively with vendors, agency management and program staff to solve problems and recommend positive solutions
Strong management and organizational skills
Shared organizational value for integrity, flexibility and professional/ethical behavior
A can-do attitude
Ability to understand and problem solve sensitive matters
Ability to be discreet
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
What we offer at NYSHCR:
Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees' Retirement System.
Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals
Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays
Opportunity for compressed scheduling
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Paid Family Leave
Opportunity for compressed/flextime scheduling
As a New York State employee, you may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer.
Additional SONYMA/HFA/AHC Benefits:
Cash in for Wellness! This program provides you with the option of buying or renewing a health club membership of your choice or enrolling in a weight loss and or smoking cessation program, using your sick leave accruals.
Tuition reimbursement program - for job related and non-job related courses
Vacation Leave Buy-Back program - Subject to approval, every year eligible employees may exchange previously earned and accrued vacation time in return for cash compensation (at employee's daily rate of pay at time of exchange)
Access to Plum Benefits - savings on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, tours, Broadway shows and more!
Optical reimbursement program - Employees are eligible for optical, hearing aid, and podiatric expenses not otherwise covered by insurance, with a maximum aggregate amount of $650 per year, per family. Unused yearly balances may be carried over to the next year for a maximum of $1300
About New York State Homes and Community Renewal: Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State's housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.
Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction. finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies.
Auto-ApplyManager, Supply Chain Finance (Distribution and Logistics)
Day, NY jobs
Mammoth Brands (formerly Harry's Inc.) is the modern CPG company behind brands Harry's, Flamingo, Lume, and Mando. We're building a new model-and home-brands, founders, and talent looking to solve unmet needs, improve peoples' lives, and ultimately challenge the status quo. Our mission is to “Create Things People Like More.” Simply put: everything we do should be better than what already exists. If it's not, we don't do it. This guides everything we do, from developing the best product experiences, to making Mammoth Brands a great place to work, to exploring innovative ways to give back to our community.
We got our start in 2013 when our co-founders created Harry's. They built the brand differently-online first, prioritizing direct relationships with customers-and in the process learned they'd created something bigger: a playbook and platform that could help other brands grow and scale to their full potential, and a vision to reimagine consumer packaged goods. Today, Mammoth Brands is a growing portfolio of brands and the largest CPG company built in the last 20 years. Even as we grow, we take extra care to maintain the small, scrappy, entrepreneurial culture that helped to get us where we are today: to create a company that people like more, that better serves its customers, employees, and community. As a company, we're also committed to making a positive impact and have donated over $20 million through our network of nonprofit partners to date.
About The Team
The Supply Chain & Product Finance team, a core part of Global Finance, drives strategic decision-making by enhancing transparency in production and selling costs through timely analysis and accurate forecasting, optimizing processes, and driving strategic decision-making across our operations. We empower senior leadership to make fast, data-driven decisions by providing clarity and insight in a dynamic environment.
About The Role
Mammoth Brands is seeking a Manager, Supply Chain Finance to join our Finance team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building financial frameworks in fast-changing environments, asking the right questions, and helping teams make smarter, data-driven decisions. A successful candidate will bring expertise from an established CPG or similar consumer-driven company. You have a start-up mentality and can bring both a strategic viewpoint and a hands-on approach to operations, planning, cost analysis, and reporting. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key business decisions across multiple channels.
What you will accomplish:
Drive increased visibility and new insight to our cost of goods including distribution and logistics costs, the related margin profile and warehousing spend across our various channels.
Support supply chain projects and key operational decisions from a financial lens including review for ROI and identification of cost saving areas. Influence and guide supply chain and operations teams to make efficient, financially informed investments and decisions.
Partner across our business and be the go-to resource for financial information on distribution costs and translate impact from operational implementation to income statement.
Develop, produce, and maintain monthly financial and operational reporting for leadership, including cost variance analysis and savings governance.
Develop and implement advanced analytical tools focused on improving margins, including analysis of COGS by unit, channel, category and business line.
Manage the annual budgeting process and forecast updates for our regional supply chain teams (Distribution & Logistics) including operating expenses.
Support the team on the inventory management process to create working capital efficiencies.
Support a thorough month-end close process, including but not limited to variance review and accruals for inventory, fulfillment and warehousing.
Improve existing processes and identify missing or unnecessary ones to stand up or remove.
This should describe you:
4+ years of experience, with at least 2 years in supply chain finance, financial management or accounting/operations analyst type roles. Experience in a CPG company is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting preferred; CPA or MBA a plus.
Strong understanding of supply chain operations, P&L/balance sheet relationships, and working capital management.
Knowledge of key processes including analyzing unit economics, portfolio reviews, and capital allocation.
Ability to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers and synthesize complex data into meaningful business recommendations.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial reporting tools (e.g. Adaptive, SAP Analytics Cloud).
Excellent analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Advanced Excel and dashboarding or data visualization skills a plus.
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
Intellectually curious and willing to ask constructive but probing questions to understand our business and operations
High level of motivation and energy with a “roll up your sleeves” mindset - able to move seamlessly between big-picture strategy and detailed analysis.
Who You Will Work With:
Report into a Director, Supply Chain Finance with significant exposure to senior leadership across teams, collaborating closely with Accounting, Global Supply Chain as well as the Brand teams.
Partner closely with North America and International Supply Chain Teams to guide decisions, support new initiatives, and bring financial insights to creative strategies.
Collaborate across the broader Finance team to stay aligned on company-wide planning cycles, share best practices, and build new capabilities.
Work cross-functionally with Commercial and other business partners to ensure financial insights are integrated into both strategy and execution.
Why You'll Love Working at Mammoth Brands:
A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
Opportunities to work on impactful projects that shape the future of our supply chain.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
A company culture that values sustainability, creativity, and continuous learning.
We take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
Benefits and perks
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k match
Equity in Mammoth Brands
Flexible time off and working hours
Wellness and L&D stipends
4 weeks sabbatical after 5 years, 6 weeks after 10 years, and 8 weeks after 15 years
20 fully paid weeks off for parents who give birth, or 16 fully paid weeks off for all other paths to parenthood
Fun IRL and virtual events including happy hours, team building events, and parties on our rooftop
Free products from all of our brands
The Mammoth Brands' working model is in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Our beautiful
70,000 square foot SoHo office
is decked out with bagels on Wednesdays and lunch on Thursdays, and fully stocked kitchens with snacks, coffee, and drinks everyday. Can't forget the free products and the opportunity to have some meetings without Zoom!
We can't quantify all of the intangible things we think you'll love about working at Mammoth Brands, like the exciting challenges we tackle, the smart and humble team you'll get to work with, and our supportive and inclusive culture. That said, our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of our total rewards package, which also includes a comprehensive set of benefits and our equity program. The base salary hiring range for this position is $120,000-$135,000, but the final compensation offer will ultimately be based on the candidate's location, skill level and experience.
Mammoth Brands is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together.
Mammoth Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, arrest/conviction record, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, credit history immigration status, unemployment status, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Mammoth Brands' commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.
We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.
Auto-ApplyManager, Supply Chain Finance
Day, NY jobs
Mammoth Brands (formerly Harry's Inc.) is the modern CPG company behind brands Harry's, Flamingo, Lume, and Mando. We're building a new model-and home-brands, founders, and talent looking to solve unmet needs, improve peoples' lives, and ultimately challenge the status quo. Our mission is to “Create Things People Like More.” Simply put: everything we do should be better than what already exists. If it's not, we don't do it. This guides everything we do, from developing the best product experiences, to making Mammoth Brands a great place to work, to exploring innovative ways to give back to our community.
We got our start in 2013 when our co-founders created Harry's. They built the brand differently-online first, prioritizing direct relationships with customers-and in the process learned they'd created something bigger: a playbook and platform that could help other brands grow and scale to their full potential, and a vision to reimagine consumer packaged goods. Today, Mammoth Brands is a growing portfolio of brands and the largest CPG company built in the last 20 years. Even as we grow, we take extra care to maintain the small, scrappy, entrepreneurial culture that helped to get us where we are today: to create a company that people like more, that better serves its customers, employees, and community. As a company, we're also committed to making a positive impact and have donated over $20 million through our network of nonprofit partners to date.
About The Team
The Supply Chain & Product Finance team, a core part of Global Finance, drives strategic decision-making by enhancing transparency in production costs through timely analysis and accurate forecasting, optimizing processes, and driving strategic decision-making across our operations. We empower senior leadership to make fast, data-driven decisions by providing clarity and insight in a dynamic environment.
About The Role
Mammoth Brands is seeking a Manager, Supply Chain Finance to join our Finance team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building financial frameworks in fast-changing environments, asking the right questions, and helping teams make smarter, data-driven decisions. A successful candidate will bring expertise from an established CPG or similar consumer-driven company. You have a start-up mentality and can bring both a strategic viewpoint and a hands-on approach to operations, planning, cost analysis, and reporting. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key business decisions across multiple channels.
What you will accomplish:
Increase visibility and insights into Product COGS and support supply chain projects and key operational decisions from a financial lens.
Develop and implement reporting and analytical tools to monitor and improve AUCs and gross margin, including financial support/review for ROI on supply chain projects and identification of cost saving areas.
Manage the annual budgeting process and forecast updates for our Soft Products, Inbound Logistics, Transformation, Demand Planning, Quality and Global Store Design teams.
Optimize the inventory management process and create working capital efficiencies through comprehensive review of sourcing strategies, as well as excess and obsolete categories.
Support a thorough month-end close process, including but not limited to variance review, freight impact, inventory, accruals or write-offs at a category and supplier-level.
Develop, produce, and maintain monthly financial and operational reporting for leadership, including cost variance analysis and savings governance.
Improve existing processes and identify missing or unnecessary ones to stand up or remove. Influence and guide supply chain and operations teams to make efficient, financially informed investments and decisions.
This should describe you:
4+ years of experience, with at least 2 years in supply chain finance, financial management or FP&A.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering or Mathematics preferred; CPA or MBA a plus.
Strong understanding of supply chain operations, P&L/balance sheet relationships, and working capital management.
Knowledge of key processes including analyzing unit economics, portfolio reviews, and capital allocation.
Ability to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers and synthesize complex data into meaningful business recommendations.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial reporting tools (e.g. Adaptive, SAP Analytics Cloud).
Excellent analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Advanced Excel and dashboarding or data visualization skills a plus.
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
High level of motivation and energy with a “roll up your sleeves” mindset - able to move seamlessly between big-picture strategy and detailed analysis.
Who you will work with:
Report into a Director, Supply Chain Finance with significant exposure to senior leadership across teams, collaborating closely with Accounting, Global Supply Chain teams/sourcing as well as the Brand teams.
Partner closely with Sourcing, Supply Planning, and Store Design teams to guide decisions, support new initiatives, and bring financial insights to creative strategies.
Collaborate across the broader Finance team to stay aligned on company-wide planning cycles, share best practices, and build new capabilities.
Work cross-functionally with Commercial and other business partners to ensure financial insights are integrated into both strategy and execution.
Why you'll love working at Mammoth Brands:
A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
Opportunities to work on impactful projects that shape the future of our supply chain.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
A company culture that values sustainability, creativity, and continuous learning.
We take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
Benefits and perks
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k match
Equity in Mammoth Brands
Flexible time off and working hours
Wellness and L&D stipends
4 weeks sabbatical after 5 years, 6 weeks after 10 years, and 8 weeks after 15 years
20 fully paid weeks off for parents who give birth, or 16 fully paid weeks off for all other paths to parenthood
Fun IRL and virtual events including happy hours, team building events, and parties on our rooftop
Free products from all of our brands
The Mammoth Brands' working model is in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Our beautiful
70,000 square foot SoHo office
is decked out with bagels on Wednesdays and lunch on Thursdays, and fully stocked kitchens with snacks, coffee, and drinks everyday. Can't forget the free products and the opportunity to have some meetings without Zoom!
We can't quantify all of the intangible things we think you'll love about working at Mammoth Brands, like the exciting challenges we tackle, the smart and humble team you'll get to work with, and our supportive and inclusive culture. That said, our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of our total rewards package, which also includes a comprehensive set of benefits and our equity program. The base salary hiring range for this position is $120,000-$135,000, but the final compensation offer will ultimately be based on the candidate's location, skill level and experience.
Mammoth Brands is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together.
Mammoth Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, arrest/conviction record, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, credit history immigration status, unemployment status, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Mammoth Brands' commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.
We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.
Auto-ApplyProcurement Supervisor
Phoenix, AZ jobs
DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona's children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $300.00 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
Procurement Supervisor
Job Location:
Address: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $88,000
Grade: 23
Job Summary:
In accordance with the procurement authority delegated by the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), and the Arizona Procurement Code, under general guidance from the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Supervisor oversees and directs the procurement operations. The Procurement Supervisor provides guidance and oversight to the Senior Procurement Specialists and Procurement Specialists, assists in scope of work and specifications development, preparation and administration of Request for Proposal (RFP) Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) and provides oversight and guidance in all procurement processes. Reviews and approves various agreement types prepared by direct reports: Intergovernmental Agreements, Inter-agency Service Agreements, Competition Impracticable and Memorandum of Understanding, as needed while ensuring State and Federal statutes and rules are followed. The Procurement Supervisor provides training and mentoring to direct reports; and identifies areas for improvement and implements recommendations for a more effective organization.
Job Duties:
Provides direct supervision, oversight, and guidance to direct reports with development and issuing formal and informal solicitations, evaluation of proposals, negotiations and recommends contracts for award; reviews and executed direct contracts, reviews IGAs and ISAs; interprets contract terms and conditions. Drafts CPO's decision regarding protests and agency report to appeals.
Mentors procurement staff and collaborates with Procurement Manager to identify and conduct training for colleagues at all levels within the organization. Track department metrics and performance. Develop continuous improvement plans. Lead special projects to completion according to assigned milestone deadlines. Acts as Procurement Manager in absence of the Procurement Manager.
Assist direct reports in compiling contract status reports, evaluation of contractor performance or quality of services, in-depth research and investigations of alleged contract violations and assist with their resolution. Assist direct reports in development and writing non-compliance action plans.
Evaluate appropriateness of contract or agreement remedies in the light of a specific situation and act as liaison between contractor and Division staff. Audit and substantiate contractor's cost data, identify cost items for proper charging to the contract.
Provide direct supervision, oversight, and guidance to direct reports in negotiate contract or agreement terms to minimize performance risk. Audit contracts to identify process strengths and weaknesses and areas of non-compliance with regulations and policies. Consult with Attorney General's office in clarification of legal issues and the approval of contract language.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
- Procurement practices related to organizations specializing in public health.
- Federal and State laws and statutes governing procurement, budgeting, and contractual agreements.
- Government procurement and source selection methodologies.
- Contract formation and administration.
- Centralized and cooperative procurement organizational structures.
- Contractual language, negotiations, and dispute mediation.
- Pertinent business and contract law.
- Customer/supplier relations.
- Critical Date and Metric-driven thinking.
- Change Agent.
- Business Partnering/ influence.
- Performance Management (PM), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.
Skill in:
- Preparing highly complex specifications, solicitations and other contract documents.
- Written and oral communications, including public speaking.
- Problem solving.
- Interpersonal relations.
- Business and technical writing.
- Analytics, mathematics and computer programs/platforms.
- Managing and motivating subordinate staff.
Ability to:
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Selective Preference(s):
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in business, purchasing or related field is highly desirable. Preference given for professional certification, such CPPO, CPPB, CPM or CPSM.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Advanced procurement and contracting experience with a minimum of five years experience equivalent to Senior Procurement Specialist. Minimum two years of supervisory experience.
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:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing ************************. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
Purchasing Agent #2026-020
Pompano Beach, FL jobs
Highly responsible technical work involved in procurement, contracts and bid solicitation. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Procurement & Contracts. * Manage the full procurement and contract lifecycle for all purchases in compliance with City of Pompano Beach policies and ordinances
* Procure materials, supplies, capital equipment, construction, and professional services using cost-containment and quality-focused practices, including CCNA/RLI processes
* Develop solicitations, specifications, ITBs, RFPs, and RLIs; assist departments with requirements development and purchasing thresholds
* Lead vendor selection and evaluation activities, including committee meetings, bid tabulations, rankings, supplier interviews, and award recommendations
* Oversee construction contract bidding in coordination with Engineering and user departments, including bid documents, addenda, pre-bid conferences, bid openings, and post-award coordination
* Approve contracts within delegated authority and maintain procurement and contract records to optimize sourcing, pricing, performance, and compliance
* Performs related work as required.
Education
* Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience
* Experience in purchasing, preferably in the public sector.
* Procurement of a broad range of commodities, construction contract bidding and procurement of professional services is preferred.
* Experience using Sungard HTE Purchasing/Inventory software preferred.
* A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Licenses/Certifications
* Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certification is preferred.
* Possession of a valid Florida driver's license.
Key Competencies
* Public Procurement Expertise: Strong knowledge of public purchasing administration, procurement principles, contract development and administration, cost/benefit analysis, and large-scale purchasing operations
* Contract & Legal Acumen: Working knowledge of contract and commercial laws, regulations, standards, special procurement methods, and related recordkeeping practices
* Systems & Process Proficiency: Experience with automated procurement, purchasing control, and information systems
* Communication & Collaboration: Skilled in planning, coordinating, negotiating, facilitating, delivering training/workshops, and engaging in complex discussions with legal counsel, vendors, and contract specialists
* Professional Integrity & Inclusion: Demonstrated ethical judgment, reliability, punctuality, and ability to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders in alignment with public-sector ethics policies.
Physical Requirements
* Ability to operate office-related equipment.
* Physical abilities include frequent moving up to 10 lbs. and occasionally up to 20 lbs., walking, standing, pushing, reaching, and grasping.
* The noise level in this environment is usually quiet in an inside office setting.
Work Days/Hours : Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Job Status: ( X ) Full-time( ) Part-time/temporary
Department/Number: Purchasing/5310 Pay Plan/Grade: 50/27
The City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to "Do Good". The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
Need help applying? Visit the Online Employment Application Guide for detailed instructions on how to complete and submit your application.
Procurement Officer
Marana, AZ jobs
Marana is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork, and Engaged Innovation.
The Town of Marana is seeking a third Procurement Officer to work in the Finance Department. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in ensuring the Town's procurement activities are conducted in a manner which achieves maximum financial efficiency by building mutually beneficial relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure ongoing value is delivered.
The Town offers a competitive benefits package. To learn more, please visit the Town of Marana Benefits page.
Expected Hiring Range: $62,981.00 - $78,725.67 annually
Salary Range: $62,981.00 - $94,471.48 annually
Placement within the salary range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity and/or budget
* Coordinates formal and informal procurements; prepares, reviews and assists in the development of technical specifications and terms; publishes solicitations; conducts pre-bid/proposal conferences and attends scheduled opening dates and receives inquires; ensures responses received meet established criteria; instructs and oversees evaluation committee members on application of award criteria; conducts best and final negotiations; makes recommendations for awards and publishes all required notices and addenda; maintains standard forms used in solicitations; responds to inquiries concerning criteria for contract award decisions; maintains procurement files.
* Assists in processing requisitions by determining the method of procurement to be used; prepares purchase orders through a computerized system; reviews purchase orders for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with existing policies and procedures; assists departments in managing, updating and closing open purchase orders; researches department requirements to assist departments in determining the most cost effective and efficient procurement method meeting their needs; compiles complex and technical data regarding cost analysis, contract usage and buying trends.
* Develops and manages contracts for variety of supplies, services, consultants and capital equipment; reviews contracts to evaluate overall revisions, price and past performance of each contract prior to bid or renewal; evaluates price increase requests provided for in contracts and completes amendments, as required; monitors and evaluates contractor performance, contract renewals and addresses vendor/contractor deficiencies; responds to inquiries regarding contract obligations, renewals or revisions; manages cooperative purchasing contracts; provides end users with contract management related training; maintains contract files and monitors contract database for accuracy.
* Serves as the primary procurement contact and information resource to user departments, other government entities and the public to interpret, explain, and make decisions regarding public procurement law and department policies.
* Assists in the disposition of obsolete supplies, equipment and vehicles.
* Acts as the primary procurement liaison to departments and vendors, provides policy interpretation and procurement training.
* Coordinates cooperative purchasing activities, maintains memberships, and identifies opportunities for shared contracts.
* Maintains accurate procurement and contract records; manages reporting and year-end procedures.
* Represents the Town at trade shows and educational events; stays current with procurement trends and best practices.
* Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or in a related field (additional relevant professional experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis).
* Three or more years of professional level experience performing daily procurement responsibilities or closely related field.
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Ability to pass the Town of Marana background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Experience with A.R.S Title 34 Procurement
* Experience in government procurement
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Presentation skills to all levels of management.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at ********************************************** Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements. A first review date of applications will be conducted on 01/09/2026. To be considered in the initial review, please submit your online application by 11:59 PM on 01/08/2026. Applications submitted after this deadline may or may not be reviewed, depending on the needs and progress of the selection process.
APPLICATION STATUS UPDATES
All status updates regarding your application will be sent via email. Please ensure you provide a valid email address and regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders, for important notifications throughout the hiring process.
TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
11555 West Civic Center Drive
Marana, AZ 85653
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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.
Procurement Supervisor
Purchasing manager job at State of Arizona
DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona's children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $300.00 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
Procurement Supervisor
Job Location:
Address: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $88,000
Grade: 23
Job Summary:
In accordance with the procurement authority delegated by the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), and the Arizona Procurement Code, under general guidance from the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Supervisor oversees and directs the procurement operations. The Procurement Supervisor provides guidance and oversight to the Senior Procurement Specialists and Procurement Specialists, assists in scope of work and specifications development, preparation and administration of Request for Proposal (RFP) Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) and provides oversight and guidance in all procurement processes. Reviews and approves various agreement types prepared by direct reports: Intergovernmental Agreements, Inter-agency Service Agreements, Competition Impracticable and Memorandum of Understanding, as needed while ensuring State and Federal statutes and rules are followed. The Procurement Supervisor provides training and mentoring to direct reports; and identifies areas for improvement and implements recommendations for a more effective organization.
Job Duties:
Provides direct supervision, oversight, and guidance to direct reports with development and issuing formal and informal solicitations, evaluation of proposals, negotiations and recommends contracts for award; reviews and executed direct contracts, reviews IGAs and ISAs; interprets contract terms and conditions. Drafts CPO's decision regarding protests and agency report to appeals.
Mentors procurement staff and collaborates with Procurement Manager to identify and conduct training for colleagues at all levels within the organization. Track department metrics and performance. Develop continuous improvement plans. Lead special projects to completion according to assigned milestone deadlines. Acts as Procurement Manager in absence of the Procurement Manager.
Assist direct reports in compiling contract status reports, evaluation of contractor performance or quality of services, in-depth research and investigations of alleged contract violations and assist with their resolution. Assist direct reports in development and writing non-compliance action plans.
Evaluate appropriateness of contract or agreement remedies in the light of a specific situation and act as liaison between contractor and Division staff. Audit and substantiate contractor's cost data, identify cost items for proper charging to the contract.
Provide direct supervision, oversight, and guidance to direct reports in negotiate contract or agreement terms to minimize performance risk. Audit contracts to identify process strengths and weaknesses and areas of non-compliance with regulations and policies. Consult with Attorney General's office in clarification of legal issues and the approval of contract language.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
* Procurement practices related to organizations specializing in public health.
* Federal and State laws and statutes governing procurement, budgeting, and contractual agreements.
* Government procurement and source selection methodologies.
* Contract formation and administration.
* Centralized and cooperative procurement organizational structures.
* Contractual language, negotiations, and dispute mediation.
* Pertinent business and contract law.
* Customer/supplier relations.
* Critical Date and Metric-driven thinking.
* Change Agent.
* Business Partnering/ influence.
* Performance Management (PM), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.
Skill in:
* Preparing highly complex specifications, solicitations and other contract documents.
* Written and oral communications, including public speaking.
* Problem solving.
* Interpersonal relations.
* Business and technical writing.
* Analytics, mathematics and computer programs/platforms.
* Managing and motivating subordinate staff.
Ability to:
* Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Selective Preference(s):
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in business, purchasing or related field is highly desirable. Preference given for professional certification, such CPPO, CPPB, CPM or CPSM.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Advanced procurement and contracting experience with a minimum of five years experience equivalent to Senior Procurement Specialist. Minimum two years of supervisory experience.
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:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing ************************. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.