Contracts and Procurement Manager

DescriptionThe Contracts and Procurement Manager oversees the formulation, development and implementation of purchasing, negotiations, contracts and encumbrance operations, and IT contracting and procurement for EOLWD. Reporting to the Director of Contracts and Procurement, the Contracts and Procurement Manager reviews existing federal/state purchasing procurement and contracting regulations and develop procedures which support the regulations and the operation of the Agency administration and service delivery goals, objectives and initiatives.The Contracts & Procurement Manager develops systems to maintain the availability of needed goods and services in a timely manner. To achieve position requirements, the incumbent must function as EOLWD's Purchasing Agent and Negotiator working in conjunction with managers and state officials to ensure EOLWD's acquisition of goods and services is administered in compliance with established laws, regulations, policies and procedures in a cost-effective manner.In overseeing procurement functions, the Contracts and Procurement Manager coordinates with agency management and state officials to plan and negotiate bidding and contracting processes. This role requires the incumbent to communicate and coordinate activities within EOLWD and with external state entities (i.e. Office of the State Comptroller, Operational Services Division, and Division of Capitol Asset Management).In addition, the incumbent liaises between EOLWD Finance, Information Technology leadership, legal counsel, program staff, vendors, and external stakeholders regarding operational and technology-related procurement activities. Responsibilities include oversight of IT vendor contracts, EOTSS chargebacks, procurement compliance, strategic sourcing support, and operational coordination for technology procurements and fiscal activities.QualificationsMINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, professional internship, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required experience. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job Field: Accounting and FinanceOrganization: Department of Workforce DevelopmentSchedule: Full-timeShift: Day