What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead IT Procurement Officer position at Swift Pace Solutions?
We have an immediate opening for a Lead IT Procurement Officer with our Direct Client.
Job Details
Title: Lead IT Procurement Officer
Location: Jackson, MS (Onsite)
Duration: 3 Years
Client: State of MS -MDHS
Position Description:
• Provide oversight and project management
• Make acquisition of products/services/technical staff in accordance with state laws and Information Technology Services (ITS) procurement guidelines.
• Research, evaluate and acquire products based on need and solution desired.
• Create Request for Proposals (RFPs) by following the procurement guidelines for the RFP process.
• Create other solicitations to acquire goods and services.
• Review/score proposals, bids and quote.
• Analyze information to determine the best products and services for the Agency's Needs.
• Partner with ITS to obtain oversight and leadership on various IT projects.
• Communicate with the internal user community.
• Communicate with the external vendor community and potential vendors.
Required Skills/Experience
- Experience in gathering, documenting and communicating business requirements and/or user stories - 10
- Defining and documenting business requirements, user stories, processes and workflows - 10
- Experience with organizing project teams and work plans for multiple projects -10
- Experience as a business analyst and/or project manager -10
- Experience working in State Government-10
- Experience creating solicitations to acquire IT software and services -10
Preferred/Not Required:
Certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent Certification-CMPA
Kindly send your updated resume to lavanya@spsolinc.com or reach me at 469 647 3566. Thanks!