The Statewide Procurement Analyst will serve the state by developing and implementing sourcing solicitations aligned to SPO strategies for the procurement of goods and services for multiple agencies in Arizona State Service. Strategic contracts assigned to this role typically average up to $3M/yr each and are used by approximately 120 State agencies, boards and commissions as well as more than 550 Arizona cooperative members. The Statewide Procurement Manager assists management by formulating sourcing strategies based on current spending and requirements, supply challenges, and marketplace conditions.
This position will employ sound sourcing and supply chain best practices in performance of the duties assigned and is expected to always follow the AZ Procurement code statutes and policies. Further, the Statewide Procurement Manager is expected to assist other agency contacts in ways compliant with the Procurement code.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, 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.
- Developing specific sourcing strategies along with internal stakeholders
- Developing contractual terms and conditions; overseeing bid proposals and actively negotiates contractual agreements with suppliers
- Conducting expenditure analysis, requirement assessments and business case development
- Serving as primary point of contact between the State and vendors for contractual matters on assigned contracts and projects
- Conducting supplier performance monitoring/reporting
The successful candidate for this position will possess a general knowledge of state and federal statutes and rules related to government procurement activities and contract administration; supply chain, logistics and resource management. You will also have general knowledge of general accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors; sources of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends. Your excellent problem solving skills will enable you to solve complex issues requiring a broad “big picture” perspective; interpret business issues, recommend solutions and best practices. Your strong skills in negotiation will enable you to effectively negotiate contract terms and conditions to optimize state expenditures and ROI; synthesize, summarize, and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations.
- A Bachelor's Degree in business, public administration, accounting, finance or purchasing.
- Six months of professional procurement experience negotiating contracts.
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
- Sick leave
- Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
- 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
- By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
- Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
- Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
- If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov 480-645-2290 for assistance.
