Senior Procurement Specialist

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Gaming is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Procurement Specialist to lead complex procurement operations, strategy, and administration for the agency. The position manages the end-to-end sourcing process in compliance with the Arizona Procurement Code, executes data-driven strategies and continuous improvement initiatives, administers grant programs, and provides cross-functional business support across agency operations.

The position is based at the Arizona Department of Gaming in Phoenix and offers the ability to work remotely within Arizona, depending on department business needs and continued achievement of performance measures. Occasional or short-notice office attendance may be required. Remote work is a management option and may be ended at the agency’s discretion.

The listed salary range is $75,000–$85,000. The position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System, with enrollment eligibility effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Arizona statutes and rules related to government procurement, contract administration, and grants.
• Knowledge of sourcing-strategy best practices, continuous-improvement tools and methods, negotiation techniques, supply chain, logistics, resource management, research methods, relationship management, and solicitation techniques.
• Knowledge of eProcurement, word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
• Knowledge of sources of supply, local and national markets, pricing trends, and grant compliance, issuance, and management principles.
• Skill in negotiating complex contractual agreements, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Skill in process optimization using continuous-improvement techniques.
• Skill in preparing written determinations, justifications, and formal procurement documentation.
• Skill in developing and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Skill in interpreting and applying intricate laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in conducting market complexity analyses and using data analytics to optimize expenditures and return on investment.
• Skill in leading project teams and developing and implementing monitoring strategies to ensure accountability.
• Skill in synthesizing, summarizing, and analyzing varied data sources and formulating workable recommendations.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment and respond to changing goals and priorities.
• Ability to work remotely with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage and guide multiple projects simultaneously from ideation through closeout.
• Ability to provide agency staff with guidance, training, and support regarding policy compliance and processes.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, agency leadership, and external suppliers.
• Ability to solve complex problems using a broad, big-picture perspective.
• Ability to interpret business issues and recommend solutions and best practices.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Finance, or equivalent years plus direct experience.
• NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or similar certification.

Responsibilities

• Integrate technical data, statements of work, delivery schedules, milestone payments, terms and conditions, and other contractual elements into cohesive requirements.
• Execute end-to-end procurement processes, including developing contractual terms and conditions, conducting RFQs and RFPs, and negotiating contractual agreements with suppliers.
• Collaborate on market complexity analyses and develop strategies to manage risk to the State.
• Build relationships with internal customers and suppliers to help ensure contracts achieve State objectives.
• Develop and maintain reports and provide recommendations regarding industry and market trends.
• Use data analytics to help internal stakeholders develop business strategies that optimize expenditures and return on investment.
• Work with subject matter experts to gather and assess business requirements and make recommendations based on analysis.
• Collaborate to develop, maintain, and improve agency policies and procedures for issuing grants.
• Research grant-program best practices and requirements, and coach agency staff on grant-management compliance.
• Assist with writing grant requirements, reviewing submissions, and awarding grants.
• Provide backup and support for general business services related to fleet, facilities, and travel coordination.

Benefits

• Sick leave.
• Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program).
• Affordable medical and dental insurance.
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System.
• Long-term disability plans.
• Life insurance.
• Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
• Remote work options may support work/life balance, job satisfaction, and productivity; remote work is subject to management discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed