Procurement & Compliance Specialist Senior

Oakland County, Michigan Government; Waterford Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland County, Michigan Government is seeking a Procurement Specialist to monitor processes, ensure compliance, and support Workday Procurement. This role combines analytics with practical procurement operations in a hybrid work setting.

You will develop reports and dashboards, maintain data integrity, and partner with IT and Fiscal Services to drive efficiency and standardization across procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• At least three years of full-time procurement, procurement compliance, or procurement operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitors procurement activities to ensure compliance with County policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws, regulations, and audit requirements.
• Develops reports, dashboards, and metrics to provide insight into procurement activities and performance.
• Supports Workday Procurement, system accuracy, testing, and process improvements.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline and standardize procurement processes.
• Develops resources and provides training and support to procurement staff and system users.
• Maintains data integrity and ensures accurate system configuration.
• Supports procurement related year-end activities and audits.

Skills

Procurement

Compliance

Dashboards

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

$57,394-$76,897

This position is hybrid.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor procurement processes to support compliance with County policies, procedures, and standards.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and metrics to provide insight into procurement activities and performance.
• Support Workday optimization, system accuracy, testing, and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and standardize procurement processes.
• Develop resources and provide training and support to procurement staff and system users.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and help resolve system or process issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement operations.

Why You’ll Love It

• Play a key role in improving how procurement operates across Oakland County.
• Use data, technology, and problem-solving to drive meaningful process improvements.
• Build expertise in Workday and public-sector procurement operations.
• Collaborate with teams across the County while helping create more consistent and efficient processes.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or closely related field of study.
• Have at least three (3) years of full-time work experience in procurement, procurement compliance, or procurement operations.

Essential Job Functions

Monitors procurement activities to ensure compliance with County policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws, regulations, and audit requirements.

Conducts routine audits and quality assurance reviews of requisitions, contracts, amendments and supplies documentation.

Serves as the functional lead for Workday Procurement and related systems.

Maintains data integrity and ensures accurate system configuration.

Functions as a liaison to Oakland County Information Technology and partners with them to assist in the improvement of efficiencies, automation and standardization.

Works closely with the Procurement team, Fiscal Services, Corporation Counsel, Risk Management and Information Technology.

Serves as a liaison for procurement operations and compliance related matters.

Supports procurement related year-end activities.

Prepares documentation and reporting for internal audits and external audits.

Ensures compliance documentation is complete and accessible.

Utilizes current countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Essential Physical & Mental Requirements

Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.

Ability to operate typical office equipment and supplies.

Working Conditions

Hybrid opportunity.

Work is performed in a typical office environment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis has been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Union*

BU69 - United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 889: Management & Budget NON-Supv (UAW)

• If applicable

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.