Senior Procurement & Contracts Lead

State of Maryland; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, through the Department of Natural Resources, seeks a Procurement Officer II to lead end-to-end procurement efforts, manage vendor relationships, and guide a team of procurement professionals. The role requires advanced understanding of competitive and negotiated procurement methods and Maryland procurement laws.

Ideal candidates will have extensive contract management experience, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and a strong grasp of state regulations.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in contract management or procurement.
• Experience soliciting, evaluating, negotiating and awarding contracts.
• Familiarity with governmental procurement laws, regs and conditions.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for up to three years of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes and ensure compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships and provide guidance to team.
• Interpret and apply Maryland procurement regulations and policies.
• Train and review work of junior Procurement Officers.
• May travel within Maryland to perform duties.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract management

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Procurement certifications

Tools

Statewide finance system

Job description

The State of Maryland, through the Department of Natural Resources, seeks a Procurement Officer II to lead end-to-end procurement efforts, manage vendor relationships, and guide a team of procurement professionals. The role requires advanced understanding of competitive and negotiated procurement methods and Maryland procurement laws.

Ideal candidates will have extensive contract management experience, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and a strong grasp of state regulations.