Florida Certified Contract Manager Florida Certified Contract Negotiator This position manages, administers and directs the Department's purchasing program within the Division of Administrative Services. Directs all procurement activities, including the preparation of purchase orders and competitive bidding/award processes. Renders technical assistance to agency staff in all areas of procurement. Functions as MFMP System Administrator, which includes but is not limited to maintaining user accounts, monitoring status of purchasing requisitions, and preparing reports, as needed. Serves as the final approver in MFMP on all purchase requisitions. Assists in the review of contracts to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Serves as technical advisor on contractual issues and as liaison with contract managers. Monitors contract language in conjunction with program managers and the General Counsel's Office to ensure compliance with established state purchasing laws and procedures. Ensures agency contract administration is in place and is responsible for maintaining the Department's spreadsheet on all contractual services, ensuring it is always up-to-date. Attends related meetings hosted by the Department of Management Services (DMS) and Department of Financial Services (DFS), as needed. Oversees employee compliance with statutorily and Department-mandated training and certification requirements to include all Department FCCM and FCCN certifications. Oversees Departmental achievement of minority purchasing goals. Plans, develops performance expectations, supervises and evaluates work of Purchasing Office staff. Develops contract administration goals and objectives, identify resources, identifies efficiency opportunities in the process areas, and ensures compliance with legal requirements. Formulates policies and procedures.
Knowledge of state procurement methods and ability to interpret and apply Ch. Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint). A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment. If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints. We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.
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