Certified Procurement Officer (CPO) II. Candidates who do not currently hold the certification must obtain it within the timeframe established by the Agency.
Demonstrated experience with competitive bidding processes and contract management
Strong knowledge of the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and OMES procurement procedures
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion, PeopleSoft, or similar)
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Exceptional organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with team members, leadership and external stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and common sense in decision-making.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to perform duties assigned at t
Benefits
Job DescriptionWhy join the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority?Position OverviewThis is a full-time, in-office position located in Oklahoma City, OK.The position also focuses on developing processes, training staff, maintaining vendor relationships, and driving continuous improvement to support the agency's operational goals.This position pays $47.35 per hour ($98,500 annually).Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the full procurement lifecycle, including requisition review, sourcing strategy, solicitation development, evaluation, and awardOversee competitive bidding processes (RFQ, ITB, RFP) in accordance with Oklahoma statutes and agency policy and thresholdsSupervise procurement staff and provide guidance on policies, procedures, and best practicesInterpret and apply the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and related administrative rulesDevelop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for procurement functionsTrain staff and end-users on procurement processes and system usage (e.g., ERP systems like Oracle Fusion)Leverage statewide and cooperative contracts when appropriate to maximize efficiencyDevelop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providersCollaborate with internal stakeholders to define scope of work, specifications, and evaluation criteriaResolve vendor performance issues, disputes, and contract discrepanciesTrain and guide internal stakeholders on procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce reworkIdentify process gaps and implement improvements to reduce delays in procurement cycles that could impact operationsFoster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement across divisionsPromote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and compliancePerform other duties and special projects as assigned.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThis position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.Vision insurance
Additional Information
Job Posting Title
Senior Purchasing/Procurement Manager
Agency
978 OKLAHOMA TURNPIKE AUTHORITY
Supervisory Organization
Controller Administration-Neal A McCaleb Transportation Building
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular