Job TitlePerform professional-level procurement tasks in obtaining goods and services requisitioned by County departments at the lowest total cost. Perform complex or sensitive procurements and determine the appropriate procurement method, provide direction, guidance, and advice to Procurement Officers on complex and strategic sourcing issues, and assist County staff to identify and resolve complex purchasing issues under general supervision.Job DescriptionWhat are you seeking in a new position? If you're like many others, doing something meaningful is important to you. How about work/life balance?
Affordable healthcare? Comprehensive well-being programs? An excellent retirement plan with significant employer contributions?If you answered "yes" to these questions, keep reading. You can find it all right here in Pinal County.
It might be time for a change of scenery, where you can make a difference and benefit from an employer who cares for and values its people.Pinal County proudly invests in the future of our 2000 employees every day, and we have the best team! We offer a wide range of impressive benefits, including retirement plans that are among the best Arizona has to offer! Just take a look:An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued AnnuallyAfter Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day OneTen Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You WishPaid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous ServiceThree-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous ServiceFour-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous ServiceFour-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous ServiceRetirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium CostDental and Vision PlansComprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness ChallengesVision Exams and Optometry Events OnsiteVaccination ClinicsOnsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening EventsSkin Cancer Screening Events OnsiteBiometrics and Health Screening Events OnsiteFinancial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & OnlineFitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai ChiTuition Reimbursement ProgramAlternative Work SchedulesTelehealthQualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of EducationEmployee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development OptionsCivil Service LeaveVan Pool OptionsShort-Term Disability – Employer PaidBasic Life Insurance - Employer PaidFlexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical ExpensesSuite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer InsuranceWorking at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.Typical Classification Essential DutiesAssist Purchasing Manager to coordinate administrative functions for Purchasing Group, assign tasks and projects, and provide assistance and guidance to staff, and serve as subject matter expert on Pinal County procurement process.Develop complex formal solicitations for goods and services, coordinate with departments to assure that proper specifications and appropriate procurement code and policies are followed, and prepare documentation, including scope of work, business terms, evaluation criteria, and standard terms and conditions. Manage special projects, research and analyze data to determine cost effective commodity, service, and contract management strategies.Evaluate, expedite, process, and resolve purchase requisition and procurement issues, assure that appropriate source selection methods are used to determine contract and purchase awards, and assure that all State, Federal and County rules and regulations are followed.Develop and analyze information and recommendations and resolve problems with customers, vendors, contractors, County management, and co-workers to accomplish Pinal County procurement goals.Procure the most cost-effective supplies, materials, equipment, and services from qualified and responsive vendors within defined timelines and goals.Process purchase requisitions and supporting documents through required review and approval process and assure open and fair competition, procedural integrity, and compliance with state and Federal laws and County policies.Train and assist County staff and resolve purchasing issues within scope of authority and explain rules, policies, and procedures.Work with departments to forecast and define procurement requirements, specifications, deliverables, and scope of services, provide advice and consultation on procurement issues, and interpret County policies and procedures.Respond to requests for information and resolve them by researching files and records, mitigate disputes between end-user and vendors, and refer matters requiring policy interpretation to supervisor for resolution.Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.Perform other related duties as required.Position Specific DutiesStrong knowledge and experience with contract administration and/or contract management.Minimum Requirements to Perform WorkBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or Public Administration, or related field.Four (4) years of professional purchasing experience.Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of State, Federal and County laws, statutes, rules, and regulations governing public sector procurement activities and how to interpret and apply related standards.Knowledge of Finance Department and County procurement policies, procedures, and regulations.Knowledge of negotiation techniques and skill in negotiating favorable pricing and contract terms and conditionsKnowledge of principles and practices of public sector purchasing and records management.Skill in developing and managing stakeholder relationships including with suppliers, departments, County management and Legal.Knowledge of principles of total cost analysis, supply base analysis, vendor management, and project management.Skill in analyzing procurement issues and developing recommendations for solving problems.Skill in analyzing and interpreting and negotiating contracts and technical documents.Ability to interpret customer needs and solve difficult customer service issues.Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands.Physical DemandsThe work is sedentary and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
The work also requires the ability to finger, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.Work EnvironmentWork is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.Notice to ApplicantsWe appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.Pinal County does not