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Procurement Program Manager

Salary

$4,387.00 - $8,608.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

LDI-2025-50

Department

Insurance-Commissioner of Insurance

Opening Date

10/16/2025

Closing Date

10/26/2025 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Division: Office of Management & Finance/Purchasing Division

Join the Louisiana Department of Insurance as a Procurement Program Manager and take the lead in managing purchasing operations that keep the agency running smoothly. This is a unique opportunity to oversee all procurement activities, develop and implement purchasing policies, and manage contracts that support the department’s mission. You’ll guide the full procurement process, from bids and proposals to budgeting and compliance, while working with leadership to improve efficiency, transparency, and value. If you’re detail-oriented, resourceful, and ready to make an impact through public service, we encourage you to apply today!

Minimum Qualifications

Seven years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR

A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR

An advanced degree plus three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or a National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

As aProcurement Program Managerin the Purchasing Division, you will:

+ Lead the agency’s purchasing operations — serving as the main procurement expert and managing all purchases, bids (ITBs), and proposals (RFPs).

+ Develop and update purchasing policies to ensure fair, efficient, and compliant procurement practices.

+ Work closely with agency leaders to set goals, plan purchasing strategies, and support the agency’s mission.

+ Oversee the full procurement process from start to finish — from planning and solicitation through contract award and evaluation.

+ Negotiate and manage contracts, resolve issues, and provide guidance on state procurement laws and regulations.

+ Ensure quality and value by verifying that products and services meet required specifications and performance standards.

+ Manage the procurement budget and collaborate with fiscal staff to track spending and make sound financial decisions.

+ Stay current on laws and best practices to recommend improvements and keep agency staff informed on procurement requirements.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Job Appointment

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Legal Statement: The LA Department of Insurance is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

NO CIVIL SERVICE exam is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Dr. Phillip Donagriche

Louisiana Department of Insurance

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

[email protected]

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

+ New Year's Day

+ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

+ Mardi Gras,

+ Good Friday,

+ Memorial Day,

+ Independence Day,

+ Labor Day,

+ Veteran's Day,

+ Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

+ Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

+ Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

+ Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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+ 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable following policies and procedures

+ 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to follow policies and procedures

+ 3= I can follow policies and procedures

+ 4= I can follow policies and procedures and help others improve their ability to follow policies and procedures

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MB: Rate your ability to manage budgets based on our definition: The ability to be a good steward of state resources by effectively managing allocated funds.

+ 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable managing budgets

+ 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to manage budgets

+ 3= I can manage budgets

+ 4= I can manage budgets and help others improve their ability to manage budgets

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MPr: Rate your ability to manage projects based on our definition: The ability to initiate, plan, execute, manage, and close-out all project goals within the established timeline.

+ 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable managing projects

+ 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to manage projects

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MR: Rate your ability to manage resources based on our definition: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value.

+ 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable managing resources

+ 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to manage resources

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+ 4= I can manage resources and help others improve their ability to manage resources

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NA: Rate your ability to negotiate agreements based on our definition: The ability to reach a consensus when parties may have conflicting interests or perspectives.

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+ 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to negotiate agreements

+ 3= I can negotiate agreements

+ 4= I can negotiate agreements and help others improve their ability to negotiate agreements

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Phone

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Website

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