OPERATIONS PURCHASING SERVICES MANAGER (TECHNICAL MANAGER V)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and executing a procurement program for acquisitions for central Bureau of Operations. This position also performs special studies regarding fiscal planning and procurement methodology decisions. Purchases can include equipment, supplies and services.

Requirements

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, economics, or statistics PLUS three years of experience with procurement programs, equipment purchasing, fiscal planning, procurement methodology, or a combination thereof.
OR Eleven years of experience with procurement programs, equipment purchasing, fiscal planning, procurement methodology, or a combination thereof.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Requires occasional statewide travel and infrequent out-of-state travel with overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge and experience with the Bidbuy system for the development and award of solicitations and release orders.
Familiarity with the BEP, VBP, DBE, and SBSA Programs.
Ability to plan, organize, and execute administrative or technical program requirements.
Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials, and the general public.
Familiarity with on-road/off-road construction and maintenance vehicles and equipment needs and associated specifications.

Responsibilities

Administers and executes purchases and contracts that are timely and cost-effective in accordance with the Illinois Procurement Code and related rules.
Reviews and updates specifications for Bureau of Operations trucks and equipment.
Creates bid documents, solicits bids through small purchase and formal procurement processes, conducts bid openings, and recommends award.
Coordinates and manages procurements through the BidBuy procurement system.
Maintains a schedule for contracts.
Implements policies and procedures for procurements of the Business Enterprise Program (BEP), Veteran Business Program (VBP), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Set Aside (SBSA) Programs to ensure compliance.
Performs special studies regarding fiscal planning and procurement trends.
Acts as procurement liaison with departmental offices, the Illinois Office of the Comptroller (IOC), Central Management Services (CMS), and the Chief Procurement Office (CPO).
Performs all duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Monday-Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
12 Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
Employees earn 12 paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn 10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to 25 paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn 3 paid Personal Days annually
13-14 paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources