PROCUREMENT SUPERVISOR

About this Job Statewide Purchasing & Contract Administration The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented Procurement Supervisor to join the Procurement Section within the Office of Management and Finance. This position supports statewide procurement operations by overseeing complex purchasing activities, coordinating competitive solicitations, administering professional services contracts, reviewing procurement transactions, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal purchasing requirements. The position works under the direction of the Procurement Director and exercises independent judgment in evaluating procurement methods, reviewing bids and proposals, interpreting purchasing regulations, resolving contractual issues, and providing guidance to procurement personnel and agency leadership. This role also exercises supervisory and functional oversight, provides technical assistance to DOTD districts and sections, and supports the development and implementation of effective procurement policies and procedures. This opportunity is ideal for a procurement professional who possesses strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills and can manage complex purchasing activities while maintaining transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance. Applicants with experience in public procurement, competitive solicitations, contract administration, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), vendor negotiations, procurement compliance, purchasing systems, or supervisory oversight are encouraged to apply. AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES: Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results. Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/ Minimum Qualifications Seven years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR An advanced degree plus three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or a National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Supervises and coordinates complex procurement activities involving technical and specialized supplies, materials, equipment, and services for DOTD offices, districts, and programs. Establishes work priorities, assigns responsibilities, reviews procurement transactions, and ensures compliance with app…

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