PROCUREMENT TECHNICIAN

Arizona State Government; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; USD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Health Services is seeking a Procurement Technician to manage procurement processes and contracts. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely within Arizona and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Leave

Wellness Programs

Life Insurance

Retirement

Remote Work Options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Business or procurement with 1-year experience, or 3 years procurement experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts and agreements, including extensions and debarment checks.
• Serve as the main information source for end users related to APP.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Conflict Resolution

Negotiation Techniques

Education

Bachelor's in Business

Procurement Certification

Job description

DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES

The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.

PROCUREMENT TECHNICIAN

Job Location: 150 N. 18TH Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details: Salary: $51,300; Grade: 19

Job Summary:

This position is located in a centralized procurement office with delegated procurement authority. Works under general supervision, providing subject matter expertise in procuring goods and services, developing agreements, monitoring contract expiration dates, and serving as the APP administrator to support agency requests.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona, based on departmental needs and performance.

Job Duties:

• Serve as the main information source for end users related to APP; create and manage approval paths, profiles, and assist with Purchase Order closure.
• Administer contracts and agreements, including extensions, certificates, debarment checks, and database updates.
• Verify contract adherence, identify issues, and provide solutions.
• Train users on APP, purchasing procedures, and contracts.
• Run reports and update relevant information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of: procurement laws, funding rules, contract management, government contracting principles, financial analysis, negotiation techniques, computer applications, performance management, and CQI methodologies.

Skills in: verbal and written communication, data analysis, record keeping, interpreting laws, designing research instruments, relationship building, conflict resolution, technical bid analysis.

Abilities to: work independently and in teams, manage priorities, exercise judgment, meet deadlines, support a diverse workforce, and create an inclusive environment.

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor's in Business or procurement with 1-year experience, or 3 years procurement experience; preference for governmental experience and IT/system software knowledge.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Driver's License; successful completion of E-Verify.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid leave, holidays, wellness programs, life insurance, retirement, and remote work options. Details available on the benefits page.

Retirement:

State contributions to retirement plans, with a 27-week wait period for new employees.

Contact Us:

EO/Reasonable Accommodation requests should be directed to [e-mail]. All employees are subject to E-Verify.