Job Description

Requisition No: 877682

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: CHIEF/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SUPPLIER DEV - 72003808

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 72003808

Salary: $89,500.00

Posting Closing Date: 06/25/2026

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Executive Director of Supplier Development
Division of Specialized Services
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

and Responsibilities:
This position provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Office of Supplier Development (OSD) and the Property Logistics section. The role is responsible for advancing small business enterprise participation in state procurement, managing certification and compliance programs, overseeing stakeholder engagement and public outreach efforts, and directing emergency preparedness, response, and property accountability functions. The position serves as a senior leader, spokesperson, and advisor, ensuring bureau operations align with agency goals, state requirements, and customer service expectations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of State procurement practices, contract administration, and public-sector operations.
• Knowledge of emergency management principles, property accountability, and logistics coordination.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans, policies, procedures, and performance measures.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including staff development, performance management, and change management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, presentations, stakeholder engagement, and media relations.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with government agencies, business partners, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex issues, interpret legislation and policy, and develop practical solutions.
• Knowledge in U.S. Veteran Affairs disability ratings, and military discharges.
• Skill in project management, prioritization, and managing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain professionalism, and make independent decisions in support of organizational objectives.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and the use of business and office productivity software.
• Ability to coordinate and respond effectively during emergency operations and disaster response activities.

Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree and three years of progressively responsible professional experience in business, public procurement, training and education, or a similar field; relevant professional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Our Organization and Mission:
Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Tom Berger and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida’s state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.”

Special Notes:
DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our agency recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following provided email addresses:
DMS.Ability@dms.fl.gov
DMS.Veterans@dms.fl.gov.
An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. For purposes of requesting reasonable accommodations, as mentioned above, the agency hiring authority is the DMS Human Resources office, which the candidate can reach at (850) 488-2707.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.