Enterprise Procurement Operations Manager

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The State Procurement Services Division is seeking an Operations Manager to provide operational leadership for the state’s centralized procurement office, overseeing enterprise-facing support functions including procurement systems administration, help desk services, statewide purchasing card (P‑Card) program oversight, enterprise compliance reviews and training. This position reports directly to the Division Administrator and directly supervises six positions. (You can learn more about the State Procurement Services Division here .)

To thrive in this role from day one, you should demonstrate the following skills:

• Coordinate multiple operational functions (e.g., systems, help desk, training, or policy/program oversight) in a public or regulated environment.
• Supervision of staff, including assigning work, coaching, and evaluating performance.
• Knowledge of public procurement practices, including applying laws, rules, and policies to procurement decisions.
• Leading IT staff who administer procurement systems and provide customer support.
• Analize data and processes to identify issues, improve efficiency, and strengthen internal controls.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with a customer service and relationship‑building focus.

• Work/life Balance
• Health Coverage
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• 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!

• 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.

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Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
Not Applicable

94,000. Yearly Telework Eligibility :
Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility :
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

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Regular Schedule :
Full-Time

Standard

Day Job

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Helena Agency :
Department of Administration Union : 000 - None

Jul 28, 2026, 9:34:39 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :
Aug 11, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Contact Name :
Natasha Cook | Contact Email : nacook | Contact Phone :  Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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