Senior Procurement Officer

Georgia Department of Revenue•Atlanta, GA

10d•$58,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking a full-time Senior Procurement Officer in the Office of Administrative Services. This senior-level procurement professional manages complex and high-value procurements, ensures compliance with state and institutional requirements, provides procurement guidance and leadership, administers contracts, conducts strategic market research, and supports continuous improvement of procurement operations. The role supports TCSG Technical Colleges in conducting fair, open, and competitive procurement while promoting fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency. The position is located at the TCSG System Office, 1800 Century Place, Atlanta, Georgia 30345. Work is primarily performed in an office environment during standard business hours. Limited remote work may be available in accordance with agency policy and operational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of work-related experience; experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
Detailed knowledge and understanding of State of Georgia Purchasing rules and regulations, including Georgia Annotated Code section 50-5, the Georgia Procurement Manual, and TCSG rules, policies, and procedures.
Experience with competitive solicitation and contract management processes.
Ability to develop and prepare technical and/or statistical reports.
Ability to make decisions in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to gather and analyze technical data.
Ability to work independently on assigned projects.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Oral and written communication skills.
Organizational skills.
Skill in operating computers and job-related software programs.
Interpersonal skills and ability to deal with internal and external customers.
Ability to perform light physical duties, including intermittent sitting, standing, and walking, and lift up to ten pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the Technical College System of Georgia or another state agency.
Knowledge of governmental procurement processes.
Professional certification such as Georgia Certified Purchasing Associate (GCPA) or Georgia Certified Procurement Manager (GCPM).

Responsibilities

Process requisitions and purchase orders in GA@WORK for TCSG Technical Colleges as needed.
Conduct bids and Requests for Proposals by developing specifications and requirements, soliciting and evaluating offers, and awarding bids and contracts for products and services.
Determine appropriate procurement methods based on dollar thresholds, funding sources, commodity or service requirements, and applicable regulations.
Review, negotiate, and administer contracts, amendments, renewals, extensions, and change orders.
Provide guidance, interpretation, and instruction on purchasing rules, regulations, processes, and operations to Procurement Professionals serving TCSG Technical Colleges and system office Procurement Officers.
Ensure compliance with TCSG policies, DOAS State Purchasing rules, and applicable federal regulations.
Support resolution of vendor disputes and procurement issues in alignment with DOAS regulations and TCSG procedures.
Maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and departments, external vendors, state entities, and colleges.
Maintain knowledge of current purchasing trends, developments, and commodity markets through professional development, training, workshops, seminars, literature, and vendor meetings.
Serve as backup for processing basic orders as workload dictates.
Perform other duties as assigned.