PROCUREMENT SUPERVISOR

Grambling State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an experienced Procurement Supervisor to join the Procurement Section of the Office of Management and Finance. The role oversees complex purchasing, competitive solicitations, professional services contracts, and regulatory compliance across statewide operations.

Responsibilities include supervising procurement staff, guiding bid evaluations, drafting RFPs, reviewing contracts, and providing technical assistance to DOTD

Qualifications

• Seven years plus of procurement or contracts management experience.
• Experience with competitive solicitations, RFPs, and contract awards.
• CPPB/CPPO or NIGP-CPP credentials or substitution privileges.
• Ability to supervise staff and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise complex procurement activities for DOTD offices and districts.
• Oversee competitive purchasing, bid events, and contract awards.
• Coordinate RFP development, evaluation, and negotiations.
• Review professional services contracts and amendments for compliance.
• Supervise procurement personnel and provide training and guidance.
• Support statewide P-Card program compliance and auditing.
• Administer surplus and asset procurement processes as needed.
• Provide regulatory guidance and technical assistance across DOTD.
• Resolve complex procurement issues and bid protests with stakeholders.
• Assist with federal funding compliance and applicable requirements.

Skills

Procurement management

Contracts management

Public procurement

Vendor negotiations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree + experience

Job description

Statewide Purchasing & Contract Administration

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented Procurement Supervisor to join the Procurement Section within the Office of Management and Finance. This position supports statewide procurement operations by overseeing complex purchasing activities, coordinating competitive solicitations, administering professional services contracts, reviewing procurement transactions, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal purchasing requirements.

The position works under the direction of the Procurement Director and exercises independent judgment in evaluating procurement methods, reviewing bids and proposals, interpreting purchasing regulations, resolving contractual issues, and providing guidance to procurement personnel and agency leadership. This role also exercises supervisory and functional oversight, provides technical assistance to DOTD districts and sections, and supports the development and implementation of effective procurement policies and procedures.

This opportunity is ideal for a procurement professional who possesses strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem‑solving skills and can manage complex purchasing activities while maintaining transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance. Applicants with experience in public procurement, competitive solicitations, contract administration, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), vendor negotiations, procurement compliance, purchasing systems, or supervisory oversight are encouraged to apply.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
• Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well‑supported conclusions.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/

Experience Requirements:

• Seven years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
• Six years of full‑time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
• An advanced degree plus three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
• Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or a National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Supervises and coordinates complex procurement activities involving technical and specialized supplies, materials, equipment, and services for DOTD offices, districts, and programs. Establishes work priorities, assigns responsibilities, reviews procurement transactions, and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and departmental policies.
• Oversees competitive purchasing and solicitation activities, including the development of technical specifications, vendor research, bid advertisements, bid evaluations, and contract awards. Reviews procurement methods and award recommendations to ensure compliance with established purchasing requirements and delegated purchasing authority.
• Coordinates the preparation, advertisement, evaluation, and award of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for professional, consulting, and other contractual services. Provides guidance regarding solicitation requirements, evaluation criteria, proposal reviews, selection procedures, negotiations, and contract award documentation.
• Reviews and oversees the preparation of professional services contracts, contract amendments, intergovernmental agreements, and related procurement documents. Ensures contractual requirements, approvals, supporting documentation, and regulatory requirements are satisfied prior to execution.
• Provides technical supervision, training, and guidance to procurement personnel, including reviewing work products, evaluating performance, recommending personnel actions, and ensuring adherence to established purchasing procedures. Identifies training needs and recommends improvements to procurement operations.
• Coordinates procurement‑related training, compliance reviews, and consulting activities associated with DOTD's statewide Procurement Card (P‑Card) Program. Collaborates with Financial Services to provide guidance, evaluate purchasing practices, assist with compliance reviews, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Administers DOTD's statewide Surplus Scrap Metal Program and provides oversight of equipment trade‑in procurement activities. Reviews and approves applicable transactions, maintains required records, coordinates with appropriate state agencies, and ensures compliance with applicable state laws and departmental requirements.
• Provides regulatory oversight and technical assistance to DOTD districts, sections, and field offices concerning procurement activities. Reviews purchasing transactions, evaluates compliance with delegated purchasing authority, assists with procurement audits, and recommends corrective actions to address identified deficiencies.
• Researches and resolves complex procurement issues involving vendors, contract terms, bid protests, purchasing disputes, and regulatory requirements. Reviews procurement activities involving federal funding, including FEMA and FHWA requirements, and ensures applicable technical specifications and purchasing standards are satisfied.
• Supports DOTD emergency and disaster response operations by coordinating procurement activities and providing purchasing assistance during declared emergencies and other operational needs. Develops recommendations to improve procurement efficiency, accountability, and compliance and performs other duties as assigned.

Position‑Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This position may be filled by probational appointment, promotion, or detail to special duty in accordance with applicable State Civil Service rules.

Compensation:

Progressive Premium Pay for hours actually worked.

• 0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour
• 2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour
• 4 years or greater - $2.00/hour

Additional compensation may be considered for applicants who possess extraordinary job‑related qualifications or credentials in accordance with State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g) and DOTD policy. Any additional compensation is subject to approval, verification, and applicable pay limitations.

Contact Information:

Julie Kennison, CPPB, NIGP-CPP
Director – DOTD Procurement
Office: 225-379-1424 | www.dotd.la.gov

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.