IT Statewide Procurement Manager

<table style="height: 17px; width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #4373BA" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 17px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 17px"> <div class="job-header"> <h1 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 24pt;="" color:="" #ffffff"="">ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION</span></h1> <h2 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><em><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #FFFFFF">Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.</span></em></span></h2> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><strong>IT Statewide Procurement Manager</strong></span></h3> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Location:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">State Procurement Office (SPO)<span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><br><br>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<br><br>Main Office Location: 100 N 15th Ave, Ste 302, Phoenix, AZ 85007</span></span></span></h4> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Posting Details:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Salary: Up to $100,988.00 <br></span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Grade: 24<br></span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Open Until Business Needs Are Met (1st Review of Resumes 6/04/2026)</span></span></h4> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Summary:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) State Procurement Office (SPO) invites experienced procurement professionals to apply for the role of IT Statewide Procurement Manager. As the central procurement authority for the State of Arizona, SPO is responsible for the authorization, oversight, and comprehensive management of all contracting and purchasing activities across the state. This critical leadership position sits within the Statewide Contracting team, where it plays a pivotal role in serving the citizens of Arizona by ensuring the efficient and strategic acquisition of information technology products and services.<br><br>In this capacity, the successful candidate will develop and implement sophisticated sourcing solicitations that align with the overarching strategies of the State Procurement Office. This role is tasked with managing a high-impact portfolio of strategic contracts, each typically exceeding $5 million annually. These enterprise-level agreements provide essential resources to approximately 120 state agencies, boards, and commissions, while also supporting the diverse needs of more than 1,000 Arizona cooperative members. We are seeking a dedicated professional ready to drive value and innovation within the state's IT procurement infrastructure.</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">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.</span></em></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Duties:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <ul> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders to meet statewide IT needs.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Draft highly technical solicitations, including Statements of Work (SOW), delivery schedules, milestone payment structures, and specialized terms and conditions.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Utilize Lean tools to lead cross-functional teams through the full strategic sourcing lifecycle, including market assessments, RFIs/RFPs, and supplier selection.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Conduct industry research and market trend analysis to provide actionable recommendations for procurement optimization.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Negotiate complex contractual agreements and terms and conditions to ensure maximum value and risk mitigation for the State.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Manage post-award activities including kick-off meetings, contract renewals, extensions, and the resolution of contractual disputes or issues.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Perform rigorous contract administration such as reviewing certificates of insurance and ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Prepare formal award documents and written determinations/justifications in strict accordance with the Arizona Procurement Code.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Perform expenditure analyses, requirements assessments, and business case development to guide strategic decision-making.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Apply data analytics to optimize Return on Investment (ROI) and assist stakeholders in developing business strategies that minimize financial and business risk.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Gather and assess complex business requirements from subject matter experts across multiple state agencies.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Serve as the primary point of contact between the State and vendors for all contractual matters related to assigned statewide IT portfolios.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Establish and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders and vendor representatives.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Hold vendors accountable by developing, monitoring, and reporting on supplier performance metrics in accordance with contractual agreements.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Interpret and apply the Arizona Procurement Code, state statutes, and agency policies to all procurement activities.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Stay current with industry best practices by reviewing professional literature and attending development events.</span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Represent the State Procurement Office by presenting at agency and cooperative organizational meetings.</span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><strong>Knowledge of:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">State and federal statutes and rules related to government procurement activities and contract administration.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Best practices to determine appropriate sourcing strategies/methods.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Lean tools and methods.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Effective negotiation techniques.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Supply chain, logistics, and resource management.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Methods of conducting research.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Effective techniques of relationship management.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">General accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Source of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Skills in:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Developing and implementing various sourcing strategies based upon business' strategic goals/objectives.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Interpreting applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Conducting data analysis to produce effective and accountable contracts.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Developing and maintaining customer and supplier relationships.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Negotiating contractual terms and conditions.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Developing effective monitoring and reporting tools to ensure terms are adhered to.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Communicating effectively with a wide range of customers, internal stakeholders at all levels, and suppliers.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Interpreting business issues and recommending solutions/best practices.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Establish and maintain effective customer and supplier relationships.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Develop and implement various monitoring strategies to ensure accountability.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Synthesize, summarize, and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Work in a dynamic team environment that allows the incumbent to be responsive to changing goals and priorities.</span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Selective Preference(s):</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Bachelor's or Master's degree in supply chain management, business, or other closely related field Public procurement experience preferred. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">IT Industry experience preferred.</span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Pre-Employment Requirements:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Valid AZ Driver's License.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification.</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><em><span>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: <a href="https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Driver’s License Requirements.</a></span></em></span><br></span></span></p> <p><em><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).</span></span></em></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4; height: 17px" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 17px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 17px"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Benefits:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Sick leave</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Health and dental insurance</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Retirement plan</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Life insurance and long-term disability insurance</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance<br></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt"><em><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">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.</span></em></span></span></p> <p><em><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program <a title="Paid Parental Leave Pilot Program" href="https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>. For a complete list of benefits provided by <span>The State of Arizona, please visit our <a href="https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">benefits page</a></span></span></em></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Retirement</span>:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment.</span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><strong><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Contact Us:</span></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance.</span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.</span></span></span></li> </ul> </div>