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Procurement Internship

State of Arizona • Arizona, Arizona • 1h ago

Job No: 543786

Work Type: Internship

Location: REMOTE OPTIONS

Categories: Purchasing/Contracting/Procurement

Arizona Department of Administration Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.

Procurement Internship

Job Location:

State Procurement Office (SPO)

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures

1400 W Washington St, Suite 300 Phoenix AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $17.60 Hourly

Grade: 04

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) State Procurement Office (SPO) is seeking enthusiastic interns ready to engage in a range of responsibilities that have a tangible impact on state agencies. This internship offers a hands-on experience in performing both formal and informal solicitations through various methods including Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals, and Requests for Quotes and Information. Interns will also be involved in conducting market basket commodity analysis, comparing costs of contract goods with those of retail suppliers and other entities, and reporting these findings to SPO management. Additionally, the role includes vital Contract Administration duties, focusing on insurance compliance, and analyzing vendor performance and compliance. This opportunity is ideal for students desiring to work in a fast-paced environment, where they can apply their knowledge to complex projects, learn quickly, and make sound ethical decisions on behalf of the state. The ADOA SPO internship is a unique chance to contribute significantly to the State of Arizona while gaining invaluable experience in state procurement processes.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Performs research and analysis reviews of current statewide contracts, to include pricing and terms and conditions comparisons

Answer emails and phone calls

Assist Procurement Officers with contract administration duties; writing amendments, vendor communications, posting documents to ProcureAZ, analysis of requested price increases

Market Basket analysis regarding commodity pricing structures compared to retail costs, other cooperative organizations, and other states

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Government procurement

Procurement and purchasing techniques and source selection methodologies

Strategic sourcing concepts and practices

Skills in:

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentations

Analytical research and analysis

Ability to:

Solve problems

Learn quickly

Multitask, prioritize and self motivate

Make sound ethical decisions on behalf of the State

Selective Preference(s):

In-progress bachelor's degree from an accredited university with an emphasis in public or business administration, supply chain management or a related business field

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification

In-progress degree

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