Procurement Analyst Statewide

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $0 - $92,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) State Procurement Office (SPO) is seeking a qualified Procurement Analyst Statewide to serve in a key inter-agency service agreement (ISA) capacity dedicated to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). As the central procurement authority for the State of Arizona, SPO is responsible for the authorization, oversight, and management of contracting and purchasing activities across state government. Operating in close partnership with DPS, the individual in this role will serve as a primary Procurement Analyst tasked with developing and implementing high-impact sourcing solicitations aligned with broader SPO strategic goals. The position directly supports DPS alongside various other state agencies, taking ownership of high-value strategic contracts that typically average over $5 million annually. 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.

Requirements

• State and Federal Statutes and rules.
• Lean tools and methodologies.
• Effective project management strategies.
• State Procurement practices.
• Project Management skills and tools.
• Time management and prioritizing work.
• Excellent communication skills, including group facilitation and problem resolution techniques.
• Working effectively independently and in a group setting.
• Communicate with a wide variety of customers and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Multi-task; flexible and adaptable work habits.
• Embrace change and learn new skills.
• Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification
• Applicants are also subject to Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Background Checks& Drug Testing policies.
• Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor's Degree in business, public administration, accounting, finance, purchasing or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for DPS and partner state agencies. Integrate technical specifications, statements of work, delivery schedules, milestone payment structures, and robust terms and conditions into cohesive solicitation packages.
• Oversee the competitive bid process, actively negotiate contractual agreements with suppliers, and prepare formal award documentation for executive signature.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the State and vendors for assigned high-value contracts. Lead post-award activities including kick-off meetings, contract renewals, extensions, certificate of insurance verifications, and contract performance/issue resolution.
• Interpret and apply the Arizona Procurement Code, state statutes, and agency policies. Perform detailed research and analysis to draft written determinations and legal justifications ensuring full code compliance.
• Monitor and report on industry and market trends to provide actionable procurement recommendations. Utilize Lean methodology and tools to guide teams through the full strategic sourcing lifecycle.
• Perform thorough expenditure analyses, business case evaluations, and requirements gathering with subject matter experts. Use data analytics to optimize state expenditures, maximize return on investment (ROI), and mitigate financial and business risks.
• Build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with vendors, internal DPS customers, and ADOA leadership to ensure supply contracts directly support agency business strategies.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• 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
• Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level