Procurement Strategic Sourcing Manager

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What are we looking for?

To thrive in this role from day one, you should demonstrate the following skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and direct a professional team and manage workload and priorities.

   

• Experience with strategic sourcing, including market research, competitive solicitations, and negotiation to secure best‑value contracts for a public or complex organization.
• Skill in evaluating total cost of ownership (TCO), life‑cycle costs, and non‑price factors to recommend contract type, term, and suppliers that create long‑term value.
• Experience drafting and managing formal solicitations (RFPs, ITBs, RFQs) and contract documents in compliance with laws, rules, and procurement policies.
• Ability to analyze spend and procurement data, identify cost‑saving and efficiency opportunities, and propose practical solutions to supply‑risk and performance issues.
• Proven project management skills, including planning, coordinating, and delivering multiple sourcing or procurement initiatives on schedule.
• Working knowledge of public sector procurement principles and ethics, and ability to maintain thorough documentation to support audits and oversight.

Does this sound like you? 
Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume, cover letter, and three professional business references.  In your cover letter please tell us about your strengths related to this position and how you would overcome your weaknesses.  (Please Note\: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system.  You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

 

What can you expect from us in return for your work with our agency?

Ø  Look here to see the additional benefits!  They include:

o    Work/life Balance

o    Health Coverage

o    Retirement plans

o    Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

o    And more…

Ø  Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.  Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Other important information to be aware of.

·         This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.

·         Only online applications are accepted.  By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

The Department of Administration participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.  After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.   For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https\://www.e-verify.gov/.

Why should you keep reading and consider working here?

We know you have other work options, but we invite you to consider joining us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. As a customer service–focused organization, we provide centralized services, specialized support, and practical solutions to state agencies, boards, and commissions, as well as local governments across Montana. Our vision is to transform how government services are delivered and accessed, serving state government with effective, efficient, and customer‑driven solutions that benefit all Montanans. (You can learn more about the DOA here.) 

What is this career opportunity?
The State Procurement Services Division is seeking an individual with exceptional leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills to join the state’s centralized procurement office.  As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you would supervise a small team of contracts officers responsible for supporting the strategic sourcing needs of the State of Montana.  Strategic sourcing is a critical practice for improving our performance through reducing costs, increasing efficiency, and mitigating supply risks. While many procurements are reactive to short-term needs, strategic sourcing seeks to align procurement practices with an objective of creating and maintaining long-term value. Strategic sourcing considers additional factors—like total cost of ownership (TCO) for a particular commodity or service—to determine the most beneficial contract type and length, the most suitable product or service, and the optimal suppliers to provide the best-value to the organization. (You can learn more about the State Procurement Services Division here.