Associate, Procurement Excellence Network

About

The Associate, Procurement Excellence Network role is a key position within the organization, responsible for leading project management and implementation of special initiatives, managing the OKRs process, and collaborating with PEN staff to design and improve data collection processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and implementation of special initiatives outlined in the 2026 PEN Program Roadmap and future strategic plans from concept through completion
• Manage and coordinate PEN's Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) process to ensure goals are clearly defined, tracked, and delivered
• Collaborate with PEN staff to design, maintain, streamline, and improve data collection processes, databases, trackers, and workflows across PEN activities
• Build dashboards, visualizations, and analytical tools to support real-time, data-driven decision-making and integrate data insights into PEN resources

Requirements

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate complex ideas and data insights effectively to various stakeholders
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and analytical software

Nice to Have

• Experience with OKRs process and data-driven decision-making
• Familiarity with data collection processes, databases, and workflows
• Knowledge of data visualization tools and analytical software
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools

Benefits

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This role helps state and local governments harness core operational functions like procurement to drive public impact, working toward the vision that every resident has a government they can count on every day.

• Bachelor's degree required (equivalent years of professional experience and/or certifications considered in lieu of formal education)
• Three or more years of related work experience in government operations, data analysis, program coordination, consulting, or related role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools (Asana, Microsoft Planner), and data analysis/visualization tools (Google Analytics, Excel, Smartsheets, Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar)
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or interest in public procurement processes, government operations, or regulatory environments at state or local level

Salary: $100,000 plus benefits. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options, health and flexible savings accounts, 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 3 personal days, 2 floating holidays, 12 paid holidays, winter recess, employer retirement match, paid parental leave, backup care for caregiving needs, work-from-home stipends or shared office space options.

Partners for Public Good is a nonprofit dedicated to helping state and local governments harness core operational functions – procurement, staffing, digital infrastructure, and budgeting – to drive public impact, with the vision that every resident has a government they can count on every day.