IT Procurement Technician (TX529601534)
Job Details:
Level Description
4-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD), or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM credentials a plus.
Job Description
Possess a current knowledge of business trends, government regulations, software licensing practices, as well as negotiation and pricing techniques, in order to effectively find manufacturers for a particular technology product or service, ensure order fulfillment with vendors and negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.
Additional job details and special considerations
Actively coordinate and participate in the editorial duties of the solicitation package development. Collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SME) on the inclusion of program specific information for the procurement documents. Provides high-level technical assistance to Medicaid & Chip Services (MCS), IT, and other staff regarding procurement processes and approaches.
Coordinates, organizes, and analyzes procurement requirements from multiple program areas within MCS, as well as partner departments. Works closely with Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) and Legal Services staff on determination of appropriate solicitation method, timelines, procurement posting, and management of the procurement process. Serves as SME in assigned workgroups and training activities, including developing presentations for management and staff.