Lead IT Procurement Officer - Onsite - Jackson, MS

INFO ORIGIN INC•Jackson, MS

just now•$70 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing IT procurement activities, ensuring compliance with state laws and ITS procurement guidelines. The Lead IT Procurement Officer will oversee contract management, research and acquire necessary products and services, and create solicitations such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The position involves analyzing information to determine the best solutions for the agency, collaborating with ITS on IT projects, and communicating with both internal users and external vendors.

Requirements

Experience in gathering, documenting and communicating business requirements and/or user stories - 10+ years
Defining and documenting business requirements, user stories, processes and workflows - 10+ years
Experience with organizing project teams and work plans for multiple projects - 10+ years
Experience as a business analyst and/or project manager - 10+ years
Experience working in Government
Experience creating solicitations to acquire IT software and services - 10+ years

Nice To Haves

Certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent Certification-CMPA

Responsibilities

Ensure contract management activities for all IT procurement are undertaken timely with internal/external teams.
Provide oversight and project management.
Make acquisition of products/services/technical staff in accordance with state laws and Information Technology Services (ITS) procurement guidelines.
Research, evaluate and acquire products based on need and solution desired.
Create Request for Proposals (RFPs) by following the procurement guidelines for the RFP process.
Create other solicitations to acquire goods and services.
Review/score proposals, bids and quote.
Analyze information to determine the best products and services for the Agency’s Needs.
Partner with ITS to obtain oversight and leadership on various IT projects.
Communicate with the internal user community.
Communicate with the external vendor community and potential vendors.