PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON THIS SITE.  YOU MUST APPLY AT

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph

Pay Grade: L

 
Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. 

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact.  No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As a Senior Contracts and Procurement Specialist within the Office of Contracts and Procurement at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job Responsibilities

Under broad supervision this position works with the assigned manager to support the coordination of contracts and procurement services.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for end-to-end supply management processes including competitive bidding, contract administration, supplier performance management, and life-cycle contracting processes.
• Develops, implements and manages contracts and service level agreements for the procurement of goods, services and leases including creation, reviewing and approval routing of Contract Action Requests (CAR) and requisitions, Contract Shells, Contract Amendments, Renewals, Extensions, and Terminations and Settlement Agreements.
• Identifies, develops and utilizes effective supply chain tools and technologies to accomplish agency procurement objectives.
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements, specifications, facilitate vendor selection and negotiate agreements on behalf of DPH using appropriate tools and processes including RFP’s, RFQ’s, and RFI’s.
• Develops and maintains business relationships with internal and external customers. 
• Reviews non-contracted purchases to identify opportunities for standardization, contracting and cost reduction. 
• Facilitates the approval, prioritization and sourcing process for agency-approved capital items. 
• Responsible for regular reporting of department metrics as requested by the Procurement and Contracting Director. 
• Provides technical guidance and assistance in the preparation of contract proposals to ensure consistency with contract policies and procedures. 
• Interacts with DPH and other state government entities as appropriate or required.
• Develops pricing agreements and contracts for services to ensure maximum value on behalf of the agency. 
• Identifies trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. 
• Assists with orientation, training, or providing task guidance of junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years procurement and contracting experience in the public sector
• 2+ years PeopleSoft Financials software experience
• Verifiable Procurement Certification i.e. CPM, GCPM, CPPO, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON THIS SITE.  YOU MUST APPLY AT

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph