Strategic IT Procurement Director – Public Sector

Texas Workforce Commission; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Friendly Certified Workplace

Competitive salary: $13,500.00/month

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts

Medical Insurance

Paid time off, including vacation, and

Family care leave

Job summary

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) seeks a highly collaborative Chief Procurement Officer to lead the agency's procurement operations, with a focus on IT goods and services. Based in Austin, the Director IV role requires navigating complex public procurement laws, budgets, and vendor management while driving digital-first initiatives and process improvements.

You will partner with executives to optimize contracts, strengthen internal controls, and foster a culture of accountability and talent

Qualifications

• Strategic Leadership & Vision: build trust with stakeholders and ensure compliant procurement processes.
• Mastery of state agency IT purchasing and related contract management.
• Digital Procurement Mastery: leverage data, automation, and AI tools for procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement operations and IT procurement across the agency.
• Ensure compliance with state laws, agency rules, and budgeting constraints.
• Drive digital-first initiatives and data analytics to streamline processes.

Job description

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) seeks a highly collaborative Chief Procurement Officer to lead the agency's procurement operations, with a focus on IT goods and services. Based in Austin, the Director IV role requires navigating complex public procurement laws, budgets, and vendor management while driving digital-first initiatives and process improvements.

You will partner with executives to optimize contracts, strengthen internal controls, and foster a culture of accountability and talent