ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

State Procurement Office - SPO

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

Office Location: 1400 W Washington St Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: Up to $85,000.00 

Grade: 24

Open Until Business Needs Are Met (First Review of Resumes 10/27/2025)

The State Procurement Office (SPO) within the Arizona Department of Administration is on the lookout for a dedicated EPS Procurement Manager. As we strive to solidify SPO's reputation as the premier procurement office in the nation, this position plays an instrumental role in uplifting our limited delegation and small agency support endeavors. The chosen candidate will deliver a diverse range of customer support services tailored for these agencies, encompassing areas such as training, coaching, strategic planning, compliance assistance, and troubleshooting. Moreover, this role involves the meticulous development, management, and administration of contracts and solicitations specific to limited and small agencies. If you're passionate about adding unparalleled value and offering unmatched customer service in the world of procurement, we invite you to be a part of our vision and mission. Join us in making a difference.

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.

• Liaison and SPO contact for limited delegation/small agencies (including training, coaching, strategic planning, compliance assistance, and other various customer service functions)
• Single agency and limited delegation agency solicitations
• Administration of single agency/limited delegation agency contracts
• Developing and implementing various sourcing strategies based upon business' strategic goals/objectives Interpreting applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures
• Effective negotiation techniques Supply chain, logistics, and resource management

Knowledge of:

• State and federal statutes and rules related to government procurement activities and contract administration
• Best practices to determine appropriate sourcing strategies/methods
• Lean tools and methods
• Methods of conducting research
• Effective techniques of relationship management
• General accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors
• Source of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends

Skills in:

• Conducting data analysis to produce effective and accountable contracts
• Developing and maintaining customer and supplier relationships
• Negotiating contractual terms and conditions
• Developing effective monitoring and reporting tools to ensure terms are adhered to
• Communicating effectively with a wide range of customers, internal stakeholders at all levels, and suppliers
• Interpreting business issues and recommending solutions/best practices

Ability to:

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies
• Establish and maintain effective customer and supplier relationships
• Develop and implement various monitoring strategies to ensure accountability
• Synthesize, summarize, and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations
• Work in a dynamic team environment that allows the incumbent to be responsive to changing goals and priorities

• Bachelor's of Master's degree in supply chain management, business, or other closely related field Public procurement experience preferred.

• Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• 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

Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 27 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer