Procurement Officer

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

6d • $65,000 - $103,750 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will perform advanced procurement services associated with the acquisition of commodities, services, design, construction, reconstruction, and/or remodel of County facilities, including professional services, etc. These duties are carried out with the highest ethical standards.

Requirements

• Two years of professional procurement experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Nice To Haves

• CAPA certification within 6 months of hire
• Professional Certification (CPPO/CPPB) within three years of hire
• Public sector procurement experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue formal solicitations, including Invitations for Bids, Requests for Proposals, Invitation to Negotiate, and Requests for Qualifications
• Provide training to using agencies on procurement best practices
• Conduct public pre-bid/proposal conferences and public solicitation openings, and serve as chairperson/facilitator for evaluation meetings and requesting Best and Final Offers
• Evaluate responses to solicitations based on vendor qualifications, price, and conformance requirements
• Develop and manage contracts for a wide variety of supplies, services, consultants, and capital equipment, including analysis, evaluation, and approval of contractor change orders and contract amendments
• Monitor and evaluate contractor performance and contract renewals, and address vendor/contractor deficiencies
• Serve as a commodity and service specialist and information resource to user departments, other government entities, and the public to interpret, explain, and make decisions regarding public procurement law and department policies
• Research and advise departments on market trends, new product and service developments, and alternative source selection to assist in developing the requirements scope of work, or technical specifications

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

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