Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, DGS

THE POSITION Step into a key leadership role as the Deputy Chief Procurement Officer with the Department of General Services. This position offers the chance to shape procurement policy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and guide critical statewide initiatives. Your leadership will help drive efficiency, fairness, and transparency across Commonwealth purchasing. Join the Bureau of Procurement for an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position leads major procurement policy, supplier development, and oversight functions that support efficient and consistent purchasing across the Commonwealth. The work helps guide bureau operations, strengthen supplier engagement, and ensure policies align with strategic goals. As a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, you will perform the following duties: Policy Leadership: Direct procurement policy development, interpretation, and continuous improvement Supplier Engagement: Guide outreach and development efforts to improve supplier readiness and participation Procurement Oversight: Oversight of COSTARS team, conducting procurements on behalf of local Pennsylvania entities, and the Complex procurement team, conducting high-value and high-risk procurements on behalf of Pennsylvania state agencies Compliance Review: Oversee audit functions, corrective actions, and quality assurance processes Strategic Coordination: Work closely with senior leaders to align policies, training, and procedures across the bureau Team Direction: Provide guidance to managers and staff to support effective service delivery Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Six years of strategic procurement experience, including four years in an administrative managerial capacity; and a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business logistics, business management, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training, with a minimum of three years of management experience. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience with Pennsylvania state government procurement How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All…

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