Services Section Manager

The Division of Purchasing is responsible for the purchase of products and services needed by state agencies to fulfill their missions in the Executive Branch.

This is a professional position in the Division of Purchasing.

The Section Manager must be highly motivated and a self-starter that can handle multiple frequently changing tasks.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

What you’ll do:

• Ability to plan and coordinate the activities of professional and clerical employees engaged in large-scale procurement functions.
• Ability to assist in planning, directing and organizing a centralized procurement program.
• Ability to deal effectively with problems arising in a centralized procurement function.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting laws and administrative procedures.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, agency officials, and vendors and the general public.
• Supervision: Supervise the services buying team. Provide training as needed for the team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Successful candidate should have experience in a centralized procurement office.
• Successful candidate should be a self-starter who can readily manage their responsibilities; have strong written and verbal communication skills and can manage multiple tasks effectively. Extensive knowledge of procurement methods and processes.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles of public administration as they relate to the functions of a centralized procurement program.
• Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing the entire purchasing cycle from acquisition to disposal of the property.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of state statutes and procedures of state government purchasing, specifically State of Missouri laws.
• Ability to obtain and evaluate competitive bids.
• Ability to secure, interpret, and analyze technical data, and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions.

• Ability to work independently in assessing and managing priorities.
• Effective written and oral communication
• Ability to analyze facts, apply identified parameters, and draw conclusions.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of responsibilities.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Adaptable to change, deadlines, and working with teams.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and vendors
• Experience with computers, desktop applications including Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of SAMII, MissouriBUYS and SharePoint are preferred.

Lack of post - secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous

amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is

more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of

Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive

view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and

other applicant resources can be found here.

OARecruiters@oa.mo.gov

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