DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Financial Operations (DFO)

Office of Procurement (OP)

1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $87,360.00 - $91,299.93 Annually 

Grade: 23

Closing Date: June 16, 2026

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Office of Procurement is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Procurement Supervisor. This role performs complex work and directs the full procurement lifecycle and contract management for the department, requiring independent and strategic judgment to direct end-to-end acquisitions for physical commodities and operational services. This position will oversee formal and informal solicitations, including pre-solicitation meetings and post-award conferences via the Arizona Procurement Portal (APP); Review evaluation committee documentation for consistency and make strategic recommendations for contract awards; Ensure Compliance & Finalization while overseeing the preparation and execution of final contract documents, ensuring all acquisitions are economical, effective, and legally compliant.

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.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Serve as a working supervisor and active mentor, fostering a collaborative, high-performance team environment while coaching staff on continuous process improvement.
• Strategic Sourcing & Compliance: Provide expert guidance to procurement and program staff on complex sourcing methods, including RFPs, IFBs, RFQs, sole-source, emergency procurements, and other authorized exemptions.
• Bid & Contract Oversight: Review and oversee the full evaluation cycle of vendor offers, leading negotiations, evaluating Best and Final Offers (BAFOs), and driving final award recommendations.
• Policy Implementation: Support the Procurement Manager in developing and implementing departmental strategies, procedures, guides, and strategic plans to optimize agency-wide procurement operations.
• Transaction Approvals & Documentation: Review and approve purchase orders, prepare intricate contract documents, and submit exemption requests for final managerial approval.
  

• Knowledge of:
  Public Contracting & Acquisition: Advanced principles of public sector procurement, contract administration, and full-cycle acquisition.
  Regulatory Compliance: Comprehensive understanding of the Arizona Procurement Code and relevant state/local procurement rules.
  Complex Commodities: Sourcing and managing highly technical goods and specialized services within the organization's scope of responsibility.
• Skills in:
  Team Leadership: Hands-on supervision, mentoring, and directing the daily operations of a small, dedicated team.
  Project Management: Effectively balancing, prioritizing, and organizing multiple high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment.
  Communication: Exceptional time management coupled with clear interpersonal, written, and oral communication.
• Ability to:
  Think Analytically: Perform high-level analytical work, dissect complex data, and forecast procurement needs.
  Problem-Solve: Diagnose complex operational bottlenecks and implement viable, cost-effective solutions.
  Build Relationships: Establish and maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
  

• Significant experience equivalent to at least two years as Senior Procurement Specialist or similar function.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement/Purchasing, or related field.
  Professional certification, such as CPPO, CPPB, CPM or CPSM from a professional purchasing organization.
• Other combinations of relevant experience, education, and training may be considered.
  

• 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.
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

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

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

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.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

For questions about this opportunity, please contact us at dbsdfohr@azdes.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting dbsdfohr@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.