Role Description The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), State Procurement Office (SPO), is seeking a strategic and analytical leader to serve as the Procurement Manager for Benefits. In this critical role, you will oversee the entire life cycle of high-impact state contracts, focusing specifically on employee benefits programs and pharmacy services. Your primary mission is to lead complex, competitive procurements and develop robust category strategies that secure maximum value for the State of Arizona while ensuring rigorous compliance with state procurement regulations. As the Benefits Procurement Officer, you will serve as a subject matter expert in the evolving healthcare and pharmacy benefit landscapes. This position demands a sophisticated understanding of market dynamics, including drug pricing structures, rebate models, biosimilars, and Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) transparency. You will be responsible for: - Drafting intricate contracts - Leading high-stakes negotiations - Analyzing industry trends to provide actionable insights to executive leadership - Advising on market risks and innovation opportunities - Supporting critical decisions regarding formulary management, utilization strategies, and overall benefit design The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Pharmacy, or a related field (preferred) - 5+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or contract management (ideally) - Experience with public sector or government procurement processes (a plus) - Preferred experience in drafting solicitations (RFPs/RFQs) and negotiating complex contracts - Background in employee benefits, healthcare, or pharmacy contracting (e.g., PBM, health plans) (highly desirable) - Experience analyzing healthcare cost drivers and pharmacy trends (nice-to-have) Requirements - Knowledge of state and federal statutes and rules related to government procurement activities and contract administration - Best practices to determine appropriate sourcing strategies/methods - Lean tools and methods - Effective negotiation techniques - Supply chain, logistics, and resource management - Methods of conducting research - Effective techniques of relationship management - General accounting practices as they relate to contracts and vendors - Source of supply, local and national markets, and pricing trends Benefits - Sick leave - Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year - Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) - Health and dental insurance - Retirement plan - Life insurance and long-term disability insurance - Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance - Remote work options available Company Description The Arizona Department of Administration is committed to delivering results that matter by providing best-in-class support services.

• Participate in the definition of the Global Category and Sourcing strategies for Vapor. • Provide inputs to Global New Categories team on U.S. Market-specific requirements, such as regulatory, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) driven factors. • Support Global Vapor and Sourcing Managers in the execution of sourcing and category plans in line with global standards and policies. • Support Global Vapor Sourcing Managers in specific vapor contract negotiations to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages service delivery and commercial risk that represent value for money. • Support global supplier management when required. • Support Global Vapor Category and Sourcing Managers in specific savings and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers, in coordination with the relevant local and global business functions. • Support Global Vapor Category and Sourcing Managers in the definition and execution of Global and local Business Continuity Plans and proactive risk management. • Participate in Focus for Growth (F4G) projects related to vapor and support the delivery of Vapor Productivity targets through NPI-led project management. • Support R&D team in the submissions process to FDA (Premarket Tobacco Applications - PMTAs) to enable New Product Introduction. • Support Global Vapor Category and Sourcing Managers, as well as local Finance and Supply Chain teams, in the annual budgeting process (CoPlan) and on monthly Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). • Participate in negotiations with Vapor suppliers, in coordination with the Global Procurement team, and assist in the decision-making process for the resolution of problems and issues. • Support the implementation of any changes in Procurement processes and ways of working related to Vapor. • Support Global Vapor Category and Sourcing Managers in the implementation of programs to ensure compliance with Company Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies, Company Safety Rules, ESG glidepath, and regulatory requirements relevant to Vapor. • Responsible for negotiations and Supplier Relationship management for unique suppliers.

Role Description The Lead Management Associate is responsible for sourcing, managing, and nurturing leads for astrologer onboarding. This role requires a proactive approach in identifying potential candidates through social media, online portals, and inbound inquiries while ensuring a smooth onboarding process. Key Responsibilities - Hunt for leads through social media platforms, lead generation portals, and other relevant sources. - Manage and track inbound leads from various sources (social media, referrals, inbound inquiries, etc.). - Reach out to potential astrologers, explain the onboarding process, and assess their suitability. - Coordinate with the quality teams to schedule assessments and interviews. - Maintain accurate records of lead interactions and progress in the CRM system. - Ensure timely follow-ups to maximize lead conversion rates. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. - 1-3 years of experience in lead generation, Astrologers Onboarding and Retention, Supply Operations. - Strong social media research and networking skills to source high-quality leads. - Must be fluent in Regional Language & English (Read, Write & Speak). - Proficiency in CRM tools and data management. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Benefits - We’re scaling fast with strong fundamentals, on a mission to empower millions through AI and access. - At Lokal, you’ll take ownership from day one, build for real impact, and help redefine the roadmap of how Bharat connects to opportunities, knowledge, and experts.

• Lead end-to-end SAP integration projects • Develop and maintain integration strategies and roadmaps • Manage vendor relationships • Analyse complex integration requirements • Oversee project budgets • Establish and enforce project governance frameworks • Lead cross-functional project teams • Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations