IT Vendor Purchasing Specialist

Full Job Description

At the Department of Licensing (DOL), we recognize the importance of work life harmony and strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Our employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work, create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.

Requirements

As the Vendor Purchasing Specialist, you will provide support to a team responsible for identifying the best technology solutions for the Department of Licensing Information Services ecosystem. In this role, you will be responsible for both internal and external procurement of software and hardware solutions. Collaborating closely with our contracts team, you will be involved in purchasing and managing assets for the Information Services Division. Your role will require strong technical knowledge and effective communication skills to establish methods and standards for managing vendors in compliance with state and federal procurement and financial regulations. You will also offer guidance and recommendations to ISD management that align with the agency's business strategy, security requirements, and budget constraints.

Some of the things you will do:

• Identify shared solutions between departments to leverage technology investments.
• Evaluate business needs, required technical criteria, and potential IS solutions.
• Research new and replacement IT products including cost analysis to find the best fit within the existing environment.
• Analyze data to oversee vendor performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to fine dispute resolution with vendors.
• Review and update information technology software license renewals to include new compliance standards.

Qualifications

What you will bring:

• Eight (8) years of experience in business analysis, enterprise architecture, or project management with Information Services consulting tasks regularly.

• Four (4) years of experience developing and managing budgets.
• Two (2) years of experience with information technology research projects including oversight of the research using logical reasoning when developing reports and presentations for multiple audiences, including executive management.
• Two (2) years of experience with software, hardware, and peripheral installation, configuration, and troubleshooting from technical specifications.
• One (1) year of experience with Microsoft Licensing and Enterprise agreements (EA).
• One (1) year of experience with a regulatory environment for making IT purchases while following policies, standards, and processes.
• Experience with business intelligence tools, Microsoft Excel, Power Query, Power BI.
• The ability to:
  • Understand and follow agency values of respect, trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion through behaviors, and decisions.
  • Promote and support a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all employees.
  • Promote and support respectful, equitable, and inclusive delivery of services to customers.
  • Take action to learn and grow.
  • Take action to meet the needs of others.

What may set you apart:

• Experience with information technology implementations.
• Experience with Washington State project oversight and procurement policies and standards.
• Agile Product Owner Certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification.

Additional Requirements of Employment:

• While this position is hybrid, you will be expected in office quarterly for training and other business needs.
• This position is scheduled for four (4) ten (10) hour shifts Monday through Thursday. You must be able to work this schedule.
• Prior to a new hire, a pre-employment screening, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Additional Information

Join us as we transform how government delivers services! Together, we can build a legacy of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion that will benefit generations to come. Be part of this vital mission and make a real impact in your community.

How to Apply:

• Select the Apply button at the top of this job announcement.
• Attach the following
  • Current Resume

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