Strategic Procurement & Contracts Lead (Hybrid)

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid schedule

Healthcare

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maricopa County Recorder’s Office is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead purchasing, procurement, and contract support for the Recorder’s Office. You will coordinate department purchases, prepare contracts, develop specifications, and review requests for accuracy while collaborating with Procurement Services, Legal, vendors, and internal staff to resolve issues.

The role requires two years of purchasing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and eligibility to meet certification and

Qualifications

• Two years of purchasing-related experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must successfully complete the next scheduled Secretary of State Election Officer Certification.
• Must be eligible to vote in Arizona.
• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers contracts, purchase orders, amendments, renewals, and related procurement documents and reviews agreements for accuracy and compliance.
• Performs procurement and financial analysis to monitor expenditures, vendor activity, contract utilization, payment status, and outstanding obligations; researches and resolves discrepancies.
• Coordinates and oversees complex procurements for equipment, supplies, professional services, printing, and other contractual services in accordance with County Procurement Code and delegated authority.
• Develops specifications, scopes of work, solicitation documents, and supporting materials; coordinates solicitations and award processes.
• Monitors procurement activity and contractual obligations in support of the Department’s budget and identifies variances, upcoming needs, fixed assets and funding considerations.
• Serves as liaison with Procurement Services, Legal, vendors, and internal staff to resolve complex procurement and contract issues and maintains contract and payment records in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Performs other professional-level procurement, contract administration, financial analysis, and related duties as assigned

Job description

Maricopa County Recorder’s Office is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead purchasing, procurement, and contract support for the Recorder’s Office. You will coordinate department purchases, prepare contracts, develop specifications, and review requests for accuracy while collaborating with Procurement Services, Legal, vendors, and internal staff to resolve issues.

The role requires two years of purchasing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and eligibility to meet certification and