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Pay Grade: P

Connect passion with purpose. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to the health of the population of Georgia as our work impacts past, present and future generations.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, engaging worksite wellness events, wellness breaks, lactation rooms, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending on the position.

Make your mark in public service. As an accredited public health department, we're seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Senior Manager, Procurement and Contracts within the Division of ISO/Procurement - Contracts Section, in Atlanta, GA.

Won't you join us?

Job Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Procurement and Contracting Services, the Senior Manager is responsible for coordinating, managing, and supervising the assigned operations of the Office.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a member of the Procurement and Contracting Services leadership team to define objectives and operational plans to ensure consistent, high quality service is provided to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists Director with developing, implementing, and communicating sourcing strategies, procurement and contracts objectives and related procedures.
• Managing the daily operations of the Procurement Services Office including work assignments and productivity monitoring for nine (9) procurement and contracting staff.
• Assists Director with determining department strategic direction, development and implementation of short and long-range goals and objectives.
• Responsible for full compliance with all state, federal and local regulations and unit operations that maximizes resources, minimizes costs and support Department of Public Health (DPH) strategies.
• Builds and manages business relationships with key suppliers to facilitate effective sourcing outcomes.
• Assists Director with developing departmental performance metrics.
• Develops reports, oversees tracking and timely reporting of key procurement and contracting performance indicators.
• Reviews, develops, and implements departmental workflows, processes and procedures.
• Directs staff in the utilization of quality tools and methods to promote continuous quality improvement (CQI) in department operations.
• Represents Procurement Office at internal and external meetings as assigned by Director.
• Advises Director on issues and changes to regulations and policies impacting agency and department operations.
• Responsible for supervisory activity of assigned staff including hiring, on-boarding, performance evaluation, professional development, corrective action planning, recognition, leave review and approval.

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