Statewide Senior Procurement Manager

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services. Statewide Senior Procurement Manager

Job Location:

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 (Some in person attendance required). Main office location: 1400 W Washington St, Suite 3100, Phoenix, AZ 85007.

Salary: $ - $ (DOE)

Grade: 29

Open Until Filled (1st Review of Resumes Aug 10, 2026)

The Arizona Department of Administration - State Procurement Office (SPO) is now hiring for the role of Statewide Senior Procurement Manager. As the central procurement authority for Arizona, SPO plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the state's purchasing activities.

In this managerial position, the successful candidate will spearhead the development and implementation of pivotal sourcing solicitations that align with SPO's overarching procurement strategies. These solicitations cater to the procurement needs of professional services (e.g., Employee Benefits, Marketing, Consulting, HR and Temp staffing, Risk Management, Translation/Interpretation services) across various Arizona State Service agencies.

This is a high-stakes role, with contracts assigned averaging over $5M/yr each. These strategic contracts are utilized by roughly 120 State agencies, boards, commissions, and over 550 Arizona cooperative members. If you possess the skill and expertise to shape and guide the state's procurement strategies, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

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.

• Manages SPO Professional Services (PS) Contract Team
• Provides Oversight and Management of the documentation and standards utilized to govern statewide procurement for PS Solicitations
• Develops, releases, and evaluates competitive procurement proposals and responds in accordance with State statutes and rules
• Leads SPO's Strategic Objectives for PS; drives overall continuous improvement and Arizona Management System (AMS) related activities
• Utilizes a wide variety of lean tools to lead and guide the strategic sourcing process and management of the PS Contract Team
• Manages and develops individuals to achieve success in the core responsibility of the group
• Mentoring and leadership is emphasized with focus on developing specific skills, and professional behaviors both within their direct staff and the broader organization

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
• Effective negotiation techniques Supply chain, logistics, and resource management
• Methods of conducting research
• Effective techniques of relationship management
• Budget development and expenditure control
• Solicitation techniques
• Personal computers and various software applications
• General accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors
• Sources of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends

Ability to:

• Developing and implementing various sourcing strategies based upon business' strategic goals/objectives
• Interpreting applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures
• Conducting data analysis to produce effective and accountable contracts
  
  Developing and maintaining customer and supplier relationships
• Effectively transforming needs into a well written solicitation / responses Influencing through presentation / speaking
• Leading various project teams
• Negotiating contractual terms and conditions
• Developing effective monitoring and reporting tools to ensure contractual terms are adhered to
• Communicating effectively with a wide range of customers, internal stakeholders at all levels, and suppliers
• Solving complex problems requiring a broad "big picture" perspective Interpreting business issues and recommending solutions/best practices

Skills in:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance management strategy
• Communicate with a wide variety of customers, internal stakeholders at all levels, and suppliers
• Lead teams using a variety of lean tools
• Synthesize, summarize, and analyze a variety of data/sources and formulate workable recommendations
• Work in a dynamic team environment
• Compose/develop simple and complex scopes of work
• Facilitate/lead large groups with a diverse audience
• Successfully prioritize and multi-task

• A Master's degree and/or government experience, supply chain certifications
• A…