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Procurement Specialist

Job Location: Procurement

Job Summary Management of the entire procurement process in the area of assigned commodities/services of a complex and technical nature. Working under general supervision, develops, negotiates, awards, and administers contracts, agreements, and leases. Analyzes and interprets technical data, policy and regulatory information to plan and coordinate procurement and contract activities.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

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 Process Procurement requisitions. Conduct carious meetings with customers, pre-bid/offer conferences with vendors and evaluation committee meetings. Provide timely assistance to customers in developing complex technical and performance specifications in areas of specialization. Provide courteous, responsive assistance to customers. Timely contract extension or re-bid. Analyze requests, authorize and effectuate applicable contract amendments/change orders.

Arizona Procurement Code, Commodity Codes, Federal Antitrust Laws, and Federal Acquisition Regulations as well as knowledge of the ADOT and State procurement process.

ADOT organizational structure and carious ADOT and State policies and procedures.

Considerable knowledge of procurement and accounting software as well as word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Skill In/with Considerable skills in project management, negotiation, and research and analysis are required.

Skill in interpretation of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the lawful procurement of goods and services.

Excellent public contact/customer service skills and verbal and written communication skills.

Computer skills in various software programs including Google Workspace, MS Word, Excel, Access; E-procurement System.

Maintain confidentiality with purchasing and procurement details.

Selective Preference(s) Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or other related field, training from professional associations or higher education in public procurement or related fields.

Prefer procurement certification, i.e., Certified Public Purchasing Officer, or other public procurement certification.

Prefer candidates with one + year of experience working in public sector in areas of related responsibilities such as sourcing, purchasing & contract.

Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Retirement Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

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