Description
This position, under minimal supervision, handles moderately complex issues and is responsible for the total sourcing spectrum from business need identification to contract execution for assigned portfolio. The Procurement Analyst is the noted expert on policy, procedures, and the overall market for the assigned commodities and/or departments they serve. Essential Functions: • Develop and implement sourcing plans and tactics for assigned portfolio to effectively manage associated activities including RFx development and execution as well as contract negotiation and execution • Assist with spend analysis, financial modeling, direct negotiations, legal collaboration, and contract integration with electronic tools • Monitor performance metrics such as compliance, customer service, invoice accuracy, delivery reliability, and quality • Support senior staff in management of one or more groups of similar and/or related contracts as assigned • Develop and maintain product, service, and contractual expertise within assigned categories • Ensure proposals and quotes are completely and appropriately completed; verify product, pricing information and contact vendors if needed • Produce reports tracking contract expiration dates or spending for assigned categories or departments • Monitor and analyze a variety of financial records and data sources • Prepare related special reports and studies, including cost studies, budgetary reports, and related documentationRequirements
A minimum of two years of experience in purchasing and the related areas of sourcing metrics, budget control, performance analysis, and contract management; one year of experience utilizing intermediate features of Microsoft Excel to conduct financial analysis; one year of experience using electronic procurement/vendor management software. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Statistics, Economics or Supply Chain Management. Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted. Yes Licenses and Certifications: • May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License • Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of • Public purchasing practices and techniques • Applicable procurement statutes, ordinances and codes • Accounting and budgeting process as it relates to purchasing transactions • Contract law, terms and conditions • Principles and processes for providing customer service Skills: • Problem solvingApplication Process
please refer to our website at: https://meckcounty.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/6555?c=meckcounty
Contact Info
Name: Teresa Rausch
Phone: 980-314-8637
Email: Teresa.Rausch@mecklenburgcountync.gov
Closing Date: June 24, 2023