Contracts & Procurement Manager

Contracts & Procurement Manager (EMS
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WaTech:
Leading the way in technology! Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) helps state agencies use technology to better serve people across Washington. We set the direction for how the state uses technology and run many of the core technology services agencies rely on every day.

This role sits in WaTech’s Administrative Services Division and reports to the Chief Financial Officer. The team handles contracts and procurement from start to finish. They develop policies and documents, negotiate terms, coordinate purchases, solve issues, and manage contract closeouts. The Contracts and Procurement Manager serves as WaTech’s go-to expert on state contracting rules, policies, and best practices, helping the agency buy smart and stay compliant.

• Advise WaTech leaders and staff on contracts and procurement matters.
• Research policy issues and draft, update, and interpret internal policies.
• Partner with the Office of the Attorney General on legal and compliance issues.
• Lead all acquisitions and contracting across WaTech divisions.
• Review vendor protests, analyze findings, and recommend next steps to leadership.
• Oversee and maintain the contracts and procurement website for assigned areas.
• Supervise the Contracts and Procurement team and set clear performance expectations.
• Recommend hiring, discipline, and other personnel actions to the CFO.
• Lead the development of policies and practices that support ethics in public service.

• Seven years of experience in procuring, negotiating, administering, and terminating contracts
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• Five years of experience in procuring, negotiating, administering, and terminating governmentalli>
• A degree in business administration, finance, law, or closely related field can substitute for up to two years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and provide independent strategic direction/decision making.
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments, work independently, accept accountability, stay focused under pressure.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service by handling customer service questions and complaints in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to clearly communicate complex information, verbally and in writing to a non-technical audience.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

• Experience working with information technology software licensing, hardware purchasing, leasing agreements, and contracts.
• Knowledgeable in Washington state laws and regulations governing government contracting.
• Currently licensed to practice law in the state of Washington.

This position has a twice weekly on-site requirement and requires the candidate to live within a 60-mile radius of WaTech’s Olympia, Washington office.

WaTech is committed to providing equal access and opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We seek to attract and retain a diverse staff and welcome your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. We invite you to include your preferred name and pronouns in your material to ensure we address you correctly throughout the application process.

As an employee of WaTech, you’ll have access to an outstanding employee benefits package that includes medical and dental plan options for you and your family, paid leave and holidays, retirement plan options and more. WaTech headquarters in Olympia, Washington, near scenic national parks, offers many telework and flexible schedule options to support a healthy work-life balance.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability to perform in the position and is a continued condition of employment.

• Current resume detailing your applicable experience, training and/or education.
• Letter of interest highlighting how your experience aligns with the outlined job posting.

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