Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, DGS

THE POSITION

Step into a key leadership role as the Deputy Chief Procurement Officer with the Department of General Services. This position offers the chance to shape procurement policy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and guide critical statewide initiatives. Your leadership will help drive efficiency, fairness, and transparency across Commonwealth purchasing. Join the Bureau of Procurement for an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position leads major procurement policy, supplier development, and oversight functions that support efficient and consistent purchasing across the Commonwealth. The work helps guide bureau operations, strengthen supplier engagement, and ensure policies align with strategic goals. As a Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, you will perform the following duties:

• Policy Leadership: Direct procurement policy development, interpretation, and continuous improvement
• Supplier Engagement: Guide outreach and development efforts to improve supplier readiness and participation
• Procurement Oversight: Oversight of COSTARS team, conducting procurements on behalf of local Pennsylvania entities, and the Complex procurement team, conducting high-value and high-risk procurements on behalf of Pennsylvania state agencies
• Compliance Review: Oversee audit functions, corrective actions, and quality assurance processes
• Strategic Coordination: Work closely with senior leaders to align policies, training, and procedures across the bureau
• Team Direction: Provide guidance to managers and staff to support effective service delivery

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 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six years of strategic procurement experience, including four years in an administrative managerial capacity; and a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business logistics, business management, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training, with a minimum of three years of management experience.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience with Pennsylvania state government procurement

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.\*

Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.\*

Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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• Eligibility rules apply.