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Lead IT Procurement Officer
- Location: Mississippi
- Work model: On-site
- Posted July 29, 2026
- Job ID: JPC - 207081
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Job Description
Lead IT Procurement Officer
Location: Onsite, State of MS
Duration: 3 years
Shift: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
About the Role
Join the State of Mississippi as a Lead IT Procurement Officer and drive mission-critical IT acquisitions that power statewide technology initiatives. This high-impact, onsite role offers the opportunity to shape how technology is sourced, managed, and delivered, while collaborating with state leaders and top vendors. Step into a stable environment where your expertise in procurement and project management will be valued and your contributions will influence the future of IT in state government.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all contract management activities for IT procurement, ensuring compliance with state laws and ITS guidelines
- Provide project management and oversight across multiple concurrent procurement projects
- Research, evaluate, and recommend IT products and services aligned with agency needs
- Develop, issue, and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other solicitation documents
- Review, score, and analyze proposals, bids, and quotes to determine optimal solutions
- Collaborate with the Information Technology Services (ITS) team for leadership and governance on procurement projects
- Maintain open communication with both internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure clarity and transparency throughout the procurement process
Required Skills and Experience
- 10+ years' experience gathering, documenting, and communicating business requirements or user stories
- Extensive background in defining/documenting requirements, processes, and workflows
- Proven track record as a business analyst or project manager in IT procurement
- Demonstrated experience organizing project teams and managing work plans for multiple simultaneous projects
- Deep understanding of state government operations and procurement procedures
- Strong expertise in creating solicitations for IT software and services
Preferred Skills
- Certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent (CMPA) certification
Benefits
- Stable, long-term (3-year) onsite engagement with daytime hours (8:30 AM-3:00 PM)
- Opportunity to work on high-visibility IT projects that impact statewide operations
- Collaborative environment with direct interaction with agency leadership and vendor partners
- Professional growth through engagement with cutting-edge technology procurement
How to Apply
Qualified candidates passionate about leading IT procurement in a dynamic government setting are invited to submit their updated resume and a brief cover letter outlining relevant experience. Take the next step in your career with the State of Mississippi-apply today!
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Job details
Job ID JPC - 207081
Location Mississippi, United States
Work Model On-site
Experience 10-12 years
Posted July 29, 2026
Skills gathering Defining and documenting business requirements User Stories processes
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