Procurement Supervisor

Maricopa County; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading public health department as a Procurement Supervisor, where you will oversee procurement specialists and ensure compliance with regulations. This role emphasizes leadership, negotiation, and process improvement to enhance public health services in the community. Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development

Low-cost healthcare

Child care benefits

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Wellness program

Defined retirement benefit with employer match

Qualifications

• Three years of procurement experience in public sector.
• Two years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with contract negotiation and vendor performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Procurement Specialists.
• Monitor purchasing activities and ensure compliance.
• Lead recruitment and training for procurement staff.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

CGI Advantage Financial

Hyland Software OnBase

Bidnet Direct Procurement

Job description

Posting Date

05/13/25

Application Deadline

05/20/25

Pay Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $62,000 - $72,125 annually

Full Range: $62,000 - $102,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Public Health

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide direct supervision to the Procurement Specialists within the Office of Contracts and Procurement. This includes overseeing and reviewing individual workloads to ensure work is performed; developing and managing employee performance; and providing guidance to employees and other public health personnel on Public Health purchases. This position will report to the Contracts and Procurement Manager. Funding for this position is from a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for Public Health Infrastructure Development. As such, the position shall be focused on how broader community-wide collaborative efforts can be improved by the development of performance management within our own departmental programs.

About Us

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH), the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH’s mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health equity and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa

County for all.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
  
  

We Require

• Three years of progressively responsible procurement experience in public sector/government procurement
• Two years in a supervisory or lead role
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Post-secondary education or experience in a related field above the listed minimum requirement may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis
• Demonstrated experience managing both formal and informal solicitations (e.g., RFQs, RFPs, IFBs)
• Documented experience with contract negotiation, contract lifecycle management, and vendor performance evaluation
• Working knowledge of government procurement processes, regulations, and laws (e.g., Uniform Guidance, FAR, local procurement codes)
• Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be substituted for the stated requirements
  
  

We Also Value

• Holds a public procurement certification such as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP), Certified Contract Manager (CCM), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
• Familiarity with systems such as Workday, CGI Advantage Financial, Hyland Software OnBase, and Bidnet Direct Procurement
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational and facilitation skills as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines
• Ability to work independently under pressure
• Working knowledge of the Maricopa County Procurement Code and/or the Arizona State Procurement Code
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, non-routine procurement activities and make sound, independent decisions based on best practices
  
  

Job Contributions

Supervisory Duties

• Supervise a team of Procurement Specialists, including daily oversight and workload management
• Monitor day-to-day purchasing activities within the Purchase Portal
• Oversee the timely and compliant completion of all informal solicitations
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained for all procurements to meet audit requirements
• Identify and correct deficiencies, and continuously work to improve procurement processes
• Conduct regular bi-weekly one-on-one meetings with staff
• Complete annual performance evaluations and quarterly check-ins using the Workday system
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training efforts for new procurement staff
  
  

Procurement Management

• Serve as the lead for all MCDPH informal procurements under $100,000, ensuring each procurement process aligns with applicable legal, policy, and regulatory
  
  

Requirements. These Include But May Not Be Limited To

Requests for Quotes (RFQs)

• Task Orders
• Nominal Value Purchases
• Sole Source and Competition Impracticable Requests
• Support emergency or time-sensitive procurements during public health incidents or other urgent needs
  
  

Customer Service & Technical Support

Provide technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders on:

• MCDPH processes/procedures
• Allowable costs and eligible expenditures
• Gift cards and food purchases
• Special procurement methods (e.g., sole source, competition impracticable)
• Compliance with the Maricopa County Procurement Code, MCDPH policies, County Finance policies, federal procurement regulations, and OMB Uniform Guidance
  
  

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Identify and implement process improvements across procurement functions
• Develop and maintain Standards of Work (SOW) and procedural documents
• Conduct and document annual audits of MCDPH PCard and Ghost Card holders
• Maintain and update MCDPH procurement policies and procedures to ensure continued compliance and operational efficiency
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for procurement operations (e.g., turnaround time, compliance rates, volume of informal procurements)
• Monitor vendor performance and maintain vendor files including debarment checks and documentation of service issues
  
  

Training & Education

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver training sessions on procurement topics for MCDPH staff and stakeholders
  
  

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as the primary liaison between MCDPH and other County departments (e.g., OPS, Finance, MCAO, Risk Management, ETI) on procurement matters
• Work collaboratively with Divisions and Programs to foster strong communication, resolve issues, and promote a culture of partnership
  
  

Working Conditions

• Within one month of hire, all employees are required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire
• CAPA certification is required within two months of hire
• Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree
• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
  
  

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
  
  

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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