Company Description
Searching for a place to make your mark? Every great team depends on the individual contributions of its members – the skills, talents, and the passion that each team member brings. At Citizens, we’re building a workforce of top achievers committed to our company’s mission and vision. Our company values the knowledge that comes from experienced and dedicated individuals with a variety of backgrounds, in or out of insurance.
Citizens' mission is to serve the people of Florida as the state's insurer of last resort, and as an innovative thought leader focused on promoting a healthy property insurance market. We stand proudly by our values of being Committed, Accountable, Responsive and Empowered.
At Citizens, we are a team of dedicated, service-minded professionals committed to our policyholders. Come achieve and maximize your potential with us!
Job Description
Responsible for developing, analyzing and executing procurements and negotiations (RFQ, ACS, ITB, RFI, RFP, ITN) including being independently responsible for procurements of intermediate complexity. This position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines to independently lead, plan and implement procurement projects.
Qualifications
Description for Internal Candidates
Models’ ethical behavior and executes job responsibilities in accordance with Citizen’s core values, ethics, and information protection policies. Responsible for developing, analyzing and executing procurements and negotiations (RFQ, ACS, ITB, RFI, RFP, ITN) including being independently responsible for procurements of intermediate complexity. This position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines to independently lead, plan and implement procurement projects.
Develop, plan, and lead simple to intermediate level solicitations/procurements. Develop strategies and documentation for competitive solicitations (requests for information/invitations to negotiate/etc). Research, analyze, develop, plan and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies.
Lead solicitation project teams and govern solicitation activities to result in fully compliant and thoroughly documented solicitation processes. Provide solicitation project management including planning, organizing, ensuring project plan alignment, issue resolution, and enforcing solicitation requirements to deliver projects that meet project timelines and objectives.
Collaborate with and guide multiple stakeholders, including business unit management/staff and Vendor Management Office staff, to develop optimal strategies to build consensus and execute timely projects to achieve desired procurement outcomes and customer satisfaction. Ensure business requirements are integrated into procurements and contracts, and strategic corporate objectives are met.
Ensure operational compliance to purchasing policies and procedures, governing statutory requirements (including Florida public meetings laws), and documentation and database protocols. Analyze solicitation activities in real time to identify evolving legal and program risks; work closely with senior Purchasing Management and Legal Service staff to execute strategies to mitigate risks as needed to maintain positive progress toward business objectives.
Knowledge Required:
Purchasing laws, rules, regulations and policies
Contract drafting and terminology
General Business practices
Customer Service practices/principles
Skills & Abilities Required:
Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Contract negotiation ability
Conflict resolution capability
Strong oral, written communication, presentation skills, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team
Excellent customer service skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Access, Excel and Word
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments
Relevant Experience – The minimum years of experience required.
3 or more years of purchasing or contract management experience
Education Required:
High School Diploma | GED
Bachelor’s Degree OR 3 years relevant experience, OR a combination of college education and relevant experience equivalent to 3 years
** Additional education may count towards experience. **
Preferred Experience/Education:
- Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or other related field
- 4 or more years of purchasing or contract management experience. • Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN)
- Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM)
- Facilitation and management of public meetings
What percentage of time is accountable for short-term operational goals? 5%
What percentage of time is accountable for transactional, day-to-day operational support? 95%
Physical Requirements:
Occasional: Travel
Frequent: Stationary position, Position self (to), Move, Traverse, Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Ascend/Descend, Work Atop, Traverse, Position self (to), Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove, Exposed, Work around, Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information, Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess
- Citizens is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Relocation Assistance is available for this position.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Selected candidates must live within a commutable distance (approximately 50 miles) to Citizens Jacksonville and Tallahassee Office
Posting Description for External Candidates
Enter Custom External Posting DescriptionShort Description for External Candidates
Responsible for developing, analyzing and executing procurements and negotiations (RFQ, ACS, ITB, RFI, RFP, ITN) including being independently responsible for procurements of intermediate complexity. This position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines to independently lead, plan and implement procurement projects.
Description for External Candidates
Models’ ethical behavior and executes job responsibilities in accordance with Citizen’s core values, ethics, and information protection policies. Responsible for developing, analyzing and executing procurements and negotiations (RFQ, ACS, ITB, RFI, RFP, ITN) including being independently responsible for procurements of intermediate complexity. This position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines to independently lead, plan and implement procurement projects.
Develop, plan, and lead simple to intermediate level solicitations/procurements. Develop strategies and documentation for competitive solicitations (requests for information/invitations to negotiate/etc). Research, analyze, develop, plan and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies.
Lead solicitation project teams and govern solicitation activities to result in fully compliant and thoroughly documented solicitation processes. Provide solicitation project management including planning, organizing, ensuring project plan alignment, issue resolution, and enforcing solicitation requirements to deliver projects that meet project timelines and objectives.
Collaborate with and guide multiple stakeholders, including business unit management/staff and Vendor Management Office staff, to develop optimal strategies to build consensus and execute timely projects to achieve desired procurement outcomes and customer satisfaction. Ensure business requirements are integrated into procurements and contracts, and strategic corporate objectives are met.
Ensure operational compliance to purchasing policies and procedures, governing statutory requirements (including Florida public meetings laws), and documentation and database protocols. Analyze solicitation activities in real time to identify evolving legal and program risks; work closely with senior Purchasing Management and Legal Service staff to execute strategies to mitigate risks as needed to maintain positive progress toward business objectives.
Knowledge Required:
Purchasing laws, rules, regulations and policies
Contract drafting and terminology
General Business practices
Customer Service practices/principles
Skills & Abilities Required:
Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Contract negotiation ability
Conflict resolution capability
Strong oral, written communication, presentation skills, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team
Excellent customer service skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Access, Excel and Word
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments
Relevant Experience – The minimum years of experience required.
3 or more years of purchasing or contract management experience
Education Required:
High School Diploma | GED
Bachelor’s Degree OR 3 years relevant experience, OR a combination of college education and relevant experience equivalent to 3 years
** Additional education may count towards experience. **
Preferred Experience/Education:
- Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or other related field
- 4 or more years of purchasing or contract management experience. • Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN)
- Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM)
- Facilitation and management of public meetings
What percentage of time is accountable for short-term operational goals? 5%
What percentage of time is accountable for transactional, day-to-day operational support? 95%
Physical Requirements:
Occasional: Travel
Frequent: Stationary position, Position self (to), Move, Traverse, Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Ascend/Descend, Work Atop, Traverse, Position self (to), Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove, Exposed, Work around, Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information, Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess
- Citizens is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Relocation Assistance is available for this position.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Selected candidates must live within a commutable distance (approximately 50 miles) to Citizens Jacksonville and Tallahassee Office
- Talent Acquisition Partner – Vickkie Coelman
- #LI-VC1
- #LI-Onsite
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
What We Do
Citizens is a nonprofit, government insurance company that insures Florida home, business and condo owners who are unable to find private-market coverage.
Citizens' employees are driven first and foremost by our mission of service to the people of Florida. In addition to providing a quality product and service, we strive to be good stewards of the premium funds entrusted to us and are committed to modeling the highest level of ethical behavior.
Our purpose-driven mission informs every action and decision we make, and we are proud of the valuable service we provide to our customers and the Florida marketplace.
Talented people empower Citizens. Motivated and forward-thinking, our employees are encouraged to be proactive, push boundaries and help drive change across the industry – developing solutions for problems that don’t yet exist. Citizens has been named one of Florida Trend's Best Companies to Work For in Florida two years running.
Learn more and apply here: www.citizensfla.com/careers.
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