Procurement Analyst II

Procurement Analyst II

Hiring Range: $63,080.00 - $$78,850.00

At Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Procurement Analyst II is a detail-driven, relationship-focused Procurement role supporting the County's mission. This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurements-from developing clear, accurate solicitation packets to negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance every step of the way. This position ensures the implementation of procurement and contracts functions; conducts and administers procurements to meet the recurring needs of the Health and Human Services (HHS) departments for a wide variety of professional services, goods, and other services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead end-to-end procurement activities for a wide variety of goods and services.

Develop solicitation packages, draft specifications, and coordinate communications across departments.

Evaluate purchase requests, analyze pricing, review contract terms, and ensure compliance.

Conduct spending analyses to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Evaluate bids and proposals and conduct price/cost analyses.

Research new suppliers and coordinate with all parties involved, which may include County HHS leaders.

Support DBE participation requirements.

Negotiate contracts, resolve vendor issues, and serve as a primary procurement liaison.

Provide assistance to vendors

Deliver individual/group Procurement related training to Vendors and County employees.

Develop and maintain SOPs related to procurement processes.

Leads cross-functional teams in support of the Strategic Business Plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

Three to five years of experience in purchasing and the related areas of sourcing metrics, budget control, performance analysis, and/or 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 public administration, Business Administration, Finance, Social Work, or Supply Chain Management.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? No

Licenses and Certifications: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of

In depth procurement practices and techniques, preferably in the public entity or local government space

Applicable procurement statutes, ordinances and codes

Accounting and budgeting process as it relates to procurement transactions

Contract law, terms and conditions

Principles and processes for providing customer service

Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations

Skilled in

Problem solving

Organization and time management

Interpretation of contract documents

Highly effective communicator specifically in highly technical subject matter

Ability to manage large groups of stakeholders, often including senior leadership members

Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other County employees and the public

Interpretation of financial documents

Abilities

Communication - Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Applied Learning - Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.

Decision Making - Identifying and understanding issues, problem and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probably consequences.

Negotiation: Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Moderate noise is typical for the work environment for this job.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.