Associate Commodity Manager

Are you a problem solver who is searching for professional supervisory supply chain management role where you can help our state government efficiently, effectively, and safely to deliver exceptional value for all people in Pennsylvania? Do not miss this opportunity to join the Department of General Services, Bureau of Procurement as an Associate Commodity Manager. Achieve your career goals with a team that embraces the diversity, value, and well-being of every employee while contributing to our customers' success!

In this position, you will perform complex consultative and administrative work and supervise a team of Commodity Specialists. Work relies on your knowledge and management of statewide contracts and includes providing direction and support in the formulation and implementation of strategic commodity plans. Your responsibilities will involve building and maintaining relationships with Agency stakeholders, leading and facilitate work groups, mentoring Commodity Specialists, and providing support to the Commodity Manager.

Our team will rely on your expertise to participate in the development of procurement strategies which adhere to procurement policies, promote competition, and provide the best value to the Commonwealth as well as manage and provide direction to ensure deadlines and goals are met, including the review of contract activity, contract expiration dates to ensure that solicitations are issued timely to prevent gaps in contract execution and awards. Be part of something bigger than yourself and help deliver value every day while consistently seeking better ways to do it with our team!

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to four days per week, after the initial training period. 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.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Commodity Specialist or a Quality Assurance Specialist (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience as a Purchasing Agent 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience as a Purchasing Agent 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Seven years of strategic procurement experience including two years of experience in the research and evaluation of commodities and suppliers; or
• Three years of strategic procurement experience in supply chain management, and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training including two years of experience in supply chain management.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have at least three years of experience in contract/supplier management or procurement processes
• You must have at least two years of experience working with SRM/SAP.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.