Procurement Team Manager at State of Montana

Why should you keep reading and consider working hereWe know you have other work options but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration (DOA). Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be the best you can be and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed. (You can learn more about the DOA here.) What is this career opportunityOur State Procurement Services Division is looking for an experienced and people-focused manager to lead develop and mentor four contract officers. This team applies their expertise to complex procurement processes in support of all state agencies. Duties of this team include facilitating successful requests for proposals invitations for bid and requests for information procurement processes in accordance with state law and addition this management position collaborates with other procurement leaders within the division to identify strategic sourcing solutions leverage cooperative purchasing opportunities and facilitate IT procurement processes.This is an exciting time to join the division as the State is in the process of an enterprise-wide effort to centralize the procurement function which will bring efficiencies and an enhanced service model while providing opportunities for procurement professionals to develop their skills and expertise as part of a larger team.If you bring strong leadership and managerial skills we can teach you the procurement aspect of this position. If youre an adaptable collaborative leader who thrives on building strong teams and fostering engagement we would appreciate hearing from you! (You can learn more about the State Procurement Services Division here.)The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.What are we looking for Education and Experience:A bachelors degree in business public administration or related field; ANDDemonstrated leadership and managerial ability. ORAlternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Competencies: Deliver outstanding customer servicePrioritize staff workload and juggle multiple projects and deadlinesProvide leadership vision encouragement and expectations for staffCommunicate develop and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholdersEffectively collaborate in a team environmentAble to work well under pressureAbility to communicate technical information effectively orally and in writing with both highly technical and non-technical people at all levelsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesA working knowledge of and experience with project management principles practices and techniquesA working knowledge of and experience with service management tools such as ServiceNowAble to learn about procurement and the processes performed within the Division Does this sound like youPlease tell us how and why by submitting your resume cover letter and three professional business references. In your cover letter please tell us about your strengths related to this position and how you would overcome your weaknesses. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the work experience or the education & certifications portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.) What can you expect from us in return for your work with our agencyØ Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:o Work/life Balanceo Health Coverageo Retirement planso Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidayso And moreØ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify! Other important information to be aware of.This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,Vendor Management,HR Sourcing,Procurement Management,Supply Chain Experience,Contract Management,Contract Negotiation,E-procurement,negotiation,Contracts Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1