Procurement Program Lead

ms.gov - Mississippi's Official State Website; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Department of Human Services seeks an experienced Procurement Officer II for the Youth Services division, located at Oakley Youth Development Center in Raymond, MS. This advanced role directs procurement operations, analyzes bids, and oversees purchasing, payments, records, inventories, and contract negotiations.

The incumbent will prepare reports, write specifications, and supervise staff while ensuring compliance and efficiency in procurement activities for state agencies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee a procurement program.
• Analyze contract proposals and negotiations; review commodity items.
• Oversee purchasing of supplies and equipment; manage payments and records.
• Monitor inventories and use procurement card; prepare reports and cost studies.
• Draft specifications for equipment, furniture, supplies and services.
• Assess market prices and trends; plan purchasing programs.
• Train subordinate staff and supervise procurement analysts and clerical staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Ethical conduct

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Advocate for children

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Mississippi Department of Human Services seeks an experienced Procurement Officer II for the Youth Services division, located at Oakley Youth Development Center in Raymond, MS. This advanced role directs procurement operations, analyzes bids, and oversees purchasing, payments, records, inventories, and contract negotiations.

The incumbent will prepare reports, write specifications, and supervise staff while ensuring compliance and efficiency in procurement activities for state agencies and