PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST SENIOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

9d • $70,000 - $75,899 • Remote

About The Position

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona’s Medicaid Agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility. AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry. Come join our dynamic and dedicated team. The Division of Business and Finance (DBF) is seeking a driven, detail-oriented professional to step into the role of Procurement Specialist Senior and make a meaningful impact. In this key position, you’ll take the lead on complex, high-profile procurements, ensuring every stage meets the highest standards of compliance with the Arizona Procurement Code, federal regulations, and AHCCCS policies. You’ll work independently while serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, helping shape procurement strategies that deliver value, mitigate risk, and support organizational goals. 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. 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

• Must reside in Arizona.
• Candidate must have a robust Internet service for remote work and must reside full time in the State of Arizona.
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws and statutes governing contractual agreements
• Knowledge of Federal and State funding rules and regulations
• Knowledge of Fundamentals of budget development and expenditure control
• Skill in Public procurement processes
• Skill in Compliance management
• Skill in Vendor management
• Skill in Negotiate contracts
• Skill in Analysis
• Skill in Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Skill in Meeting facilitation
• Skill in Stakeholder presentations
• Skill in Establish and maintain work relationships with contracted and governmental agency representatives
• Skill in Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint and Outlook); including but not limited to Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to Manage complex procurements, apply regulations, and work effectively with stakeholders
• Ability to Manage electronic documents, correspondence, and collaboration tools effectively
• Three or more years of working in procurement and contract administration.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• CPPB, CPPO, or NIGP-CPP certification.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers procurements; determines methods; ensures compliance.
• Leads evaluation committees; manages vendor interactions; prepares award documentation.
• Drafts and negotiates contracts; performs cost/price analysis; monitors contractor compliance. Performs market research.
• Advises stakeholders and coordinates procurement activities.
• Maintains web-based files in MS SharePoint and OneDrive and/or APP and ensures audit-ready documentation.
• Ensures compliance and prepares reports/analysis.
• Process improvements.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
• A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
• A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
• RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
• A variety of learning and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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