Procurement Program Manager

About this Job

Division : Office of Management & Finance / Purchasing Division

Join the Louisiana Department of Insurance as a Procurement Program Manager and take the lead in managing purchasing operations that keep the agency running smoothly. This is a unique opportunity to oversee all procurement activities develop and implement purchasing policies and manage contracts that support the departments mission. Youll guide the full procurement process from bids and proposals to budgeting and compliance while working with leadership to improve efficiency transparency and value. If youre detail-oriented resourceful and ready to make an impact through public service we encourage you to apply today!

Minimum Qualifications

Seven years of experience in procurement contracts or grants management financial management accounting or auditing; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in procurement contracts or grants management financial management accounting or auditing; OR

A bachelors degree plus four years of experience in procurement contracts or grants management financial management accounting or auditing; OR

An advanced degree plus three years of experience in procurement contracts or grants management financial management accounting or auditing.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION :

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or a National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties :

As a Procurement Program Manager in the Purchasing Division you will :

• Lead the agencys purchasing operations serving as the main procurement expert and managing all purchases bids (ITBs) and proposals (RFPs).
• Develop and update purchasing policies to ensure fair efficient and compliant procurement practices.
• Work closely with agency leaders to set goals plan purchasing strategies and support the agencys mission.
• Oversee the full procurement process from start to finish from planning and solicitation through contract award and evaluation.
• Negotiate and manage contracts resolve issues and provide guidance on state procurement laws and regulations.
• Ensure quality and value by verifying that products and services meet required specifications and performance standards.
• Manage the procurement budget and collaborate with fiscal staff to track spending and make sound financial decisions.
• Stay current on laws and best practices to recommend improvements and keep agency staff informed on procurement requirements.

Position-Specific Details :

Appointment Type : Probational or Job Appointment

Location : Office of Management & Finance / Purchasing Division.

Compensation : The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Legal Statement : The LA Department of Insurance is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply :

NO CIVIL SERVICE exam is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Contact Information :

For further information about this vacancy contact :

Dr. Phillip Donagriche

Louisiana Department of Insurance

P.O. Box 94214

Baton Rouge LA 70804

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Unclear

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 4387 - 8608