PROCUREMENT SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

Location: DOC Headquarters - North Little Rock, AR 72114

Anticipated starting salary: $63,086.00

About the role

The Procurement Supervisor/Expert is a leadership role within the state government procurement team, responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement process for goods and services needed by state agencies. This position requires expert knowledge of procurement policies, state regulations, and industry best practices. All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing. Medical marijuana usage prohibits personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from using medical marijuana, even if they hold a registry identification card.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, and mentor a team of procurement specialists and professionals, ensuring high levels of performance, engagement, and adherence to state procurement policies.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with departmental goals, state regulations, and cost-efficiency targets.
• Oversee the procurement lifecycle from needs assessment to contract execution, ensuring all stages are carried out according to established procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to foster professional growth within the procurement team.
• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of major procurement initiatives, including complex RFPs (Request for Proposals), IFBs (Invitations for Bids), and RFQs (Requests for Qualifications).
• Review and approve procurement documents, ensuring compliance with state and departmental procurement guidelines and policies.
• Oversee the evaluation and selection process for vendors, ensuring a fair, transparent, and competitive procurement process.
• Negotiate and finalize high-value contracts, ensuring favorable terms for the department while complying with legal and financial requirements.
• Manage vendor performance throughout the contract period, addressing any issues or disputes, and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Provide guidance and support in contract negotiations, renewals, extensions, and modifications to ensure all changes align with state policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in procurement, contract management, or a related field.
• Expert knowledge of procurement regulations, contract management, and best practices in public sector procurement.
• Advanced negotiation skills to secure favorable terms in high-value contracts and ensure successful vendor relationships.
• Ability to monitor and assess vendor performance and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Ability to analyze complex procurement data, assess vendor proposals, and make sound decisions based on cost, quality, and compliance criteria.
• Exceptional attention to detail in reviewing procurement documents, contracts, and vendor agreements.

Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.

Pay

Salary range: $63,086 - $93,367