Procurement Supervisor

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work schedule

Growth opportunities

Low-cost, high-value healthcare foryou

Child care benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Arizona State Retirement System with 2

11.98% employer match on Day 1

Job summary

Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is seeking an experienced procurement leader to manage contract administration for professional services, construction, supplies, and capital equipment.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Office of Procurement Services, and ensure adherence to the Maricopa County Procurement Code, policies, and federal/state regulations. The role includes a hybrid work schedule and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Three years of contract management, procurement, or purchasing experience.
• Postgraduate degrees or professional-level experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by time of hire.
• CPPO or CPPB certification is required or must be obtained within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate staff activities.
• Oversee procurement staff assignments, training, metrics, and hiring.
• Represent the Department in procurement matters with professionalism.
• Coordinate needs of Divisions to meet mission in compliance with rules and regulations.
• Administer procurement processes and review contracts, bids, and purchase orders.
• Create/update procurement policies and procedures; provide training and reports.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Purchasing

Public sector contracting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/ Public Administration/ Purchasing/ Supply Chain Management

Job description

Posting Date 09/28/26 Application Deadline 10/05/26 Pay Range $65,000 - $104,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation

About the Position

Do you have the highest standards of integrity? In this role, you will be involved with all aspects of procurement, from professional services and construction to supplies, services, and capital equipment purchases. You will manage a team of dedicated professionals. Acting as the Department’s liaison with the Office of Procurement Services, you will coordinate construction, professional services, and intelligent transportation system contracts and ensure the Department of Transportation adheres to the Maricopa County Procurement Code, County policies, and Federal and State regulations.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with a hybrid work schedule option
• 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 the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

Job Contributions

• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate activities and the work of assigned staff.
• Responsible for Procurement staff assignment and monitoring, performance measurements, technical training, and hiring, with emphasis on proficiency, compliance, contract delivery, and excellent customer service.
• Represent the Department of Transportation in all matters of procurement with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Coordinate the needs of all the Divisions, prioritizing procurement to best meet the Department’s mission and goals in compliance with Federal, State, and County rules and regulations.
• Responsible for administering the Department’s procurement processes, assessing and minimizing risk in solicitation and contracts.
• Generate and review construction and professional service contracts, including formal bid evaluations and Requests for Proposals, contract amendments, work assignments, change orders, payments, and related technical and budget documents for completeness, ensuring Federal, State, and County rule and regulation compliance.
• Generate and review purchase orders, insurance certificates, bonds, and other contract-related documents for compliance with contract terms, Federal, State, and County regulations, and policies.
• Create/update procurement policies, processes, and procedures.
• Provide training.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports and analyses.
• Work with cross-functional teams, review committee makeup, oversee pre-bid meetings, bid openings, evaluation meetings, and interviews.
• Conduct contract compliance audits and assist with all procurement-related audits and related tasks.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three years of contract management, procurement, or purchasing experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or a related field
• Postgraduate degrees or professional-level-related experience may substitute for education or experience on a year-for-year basis
• Successful candidates must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, CAPA certification within six months of hire
• One year of supervisory experience
• Experience with public sector contracting
• Experience in Construction procurement and contract administration
• Experience managing Job Order Contracts
• Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification

Working Conditions

This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware Computer and multi-functional device (copy, fax, scanner).

Selection Procedure

Selection Procedure 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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.