NEOGOV · 2 hours ago
Contracts & Procurement Manager
Thurston County – Olympia, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$71K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is part of Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech), which helps state agencies use technology to better serve people across Washington. The Contracts and Procurement Manager will oversee contracts and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with state rules and policies while managing the procurement team.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Advise WaTech leaders and staff on contracts and procurement matters
Research policy issues and draft, update, and interpret internal policies
Partner with the Office of the Attorney General on legal and compliance issues
Lead all acquisitions and contracting across WaTech divisions
Review vendor protests, analyze findings, and recommend next steps to leadership
Oversee and maintain the contracts and procurement website for assigned areas
Supervise the Contracts and Procurement team and set clear performance expectations
Recommend hiring, discipline, and other personnel actions to the CFO
Lead the development of policies and practices that support ethics in public service
Qualification
Required
Seven years of experience in procuring, negotiating, administering, and terminating contracts
Five years of experience in procuring, negotiating, administering, and terminating governmental contracts
A degree in business administration, finance, law, or closely related field can substitute for up to two years of experience
Supervisory experience including conducting employee performance reviews
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and provide independent strategic direction/decision making
Demonstrated ability to meet commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, stays focused under pressure
Demonstrated excellent customer service by handling customer service questions and complaints in a pleasant and professional manner
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to clearly communicate complex information, verbally and in writing to a non-technical audience
The ability to take action to learn and grow
The ability to take action to meet the needs of others
Preferred
Experience working with information technology software licensing, hardware purchasing, leasing agreements, and contracts
Knowledgeable in Washington state laws and regulations governing government contracting
Currently licensed to practice law in the state of Washington
Benefits
Medical and dental plan options for you and your family
Paid leave and holidays
Retirement plan options
Medical flexible spending account
Basic life and long-term disability insurance
Dependent care assistance
Washington State Employee Assistance Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Paid holidays
Sick leave
Vacation (annual leave)
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Leave sharing
Parental leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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