Procurement Sourcing Analyst

87834BR

Campus: Tempe

Procurement Sourcing Analyst

Job Description

Assists the Strategic Sourcing Manager and Sourcing Analyst, Sr. with providing support services related to the strategic sourcing of goods and services for the university community incorporating customers needs, organizational goals, and market conditions. The Sourcing Analyst may also perform low-to-mid level strategic sourcing of products or services under the supervision of the Strategic Sourcing Manager.

Job Family

Procurement & Stores

Department Name

SCM PUR Sourcing

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

Depends on experience

Close Date

10-February-2023

Essential Duties

• Under the guidance of the Strategic Sourcing Manager, analyzes purchase history, market data, and in-process requests for products or services to identify low-to-mid level sourcing opportunities.
• Supports the Strategic Sourcing Manager and Sourcing Analyst, Sr. to produce best-in-class bids that will result in cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Under the direction of the Strategic Sourcing Manager, performs detailed analysis of contracts, spend data, usage patterns, future demands, and benchmark data.
• Facilitates the negotiation process under the guidance of the Strategic Sourcing Manager and in conjunction with the assigned Contract Specialist for low-to-mid level engagements.
• Analyzes supplier proposals and formalizes summaries of key findings.
• Facilitates formal activities related to competitive bidding events for low-to-mid level purchases.
• Utilizes online competitive bidding technology where appropriate.
• Drafts RFPs for low-to-mid level projects in collaboration with stakeholders before publication and subject to Sourcing Manager approval.
• Understands data for business case development and decision-making.
• Works with internal and external contacts to resolve problems.
• Process low-to-mid level purchasing transactions according to state and federal statutes, policies established by the Arizona Board of Regents and institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in business, supply chain management, procurement or other related field and one (1) year of supply chain or procurement experience, OR, five years of equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a MBA or MLS/MPA.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of strategic sourcing and/or purchasing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing related systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement principles and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in sourcing a wide array of products and services.
• Experience with analytical, reporting and dash boarding tools.
• Experience in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience in collecting, organizing, synthesizing and analyzing data; summarizing findings.
• Experience in designing presentation materials.
• Experience in developing, building, understanding, and sustaining campus stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Evidence of effective communication both internally and externally across all management levels.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Department Statement

Arizona State University’s Procurement Department has a national reputation for excellence in higher education and has been awarded the Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award by the National Procurement Institute for 12 years in a row. ASU’s Purchasing and Business Services unit assists the University in procurement of goods and services for instruction, research and operations. We are committed to exceptional customer service in order to provide innovative, sustainable and cost savings solutions in the procurement of goods and services for the University.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU Procurement Department will not be a sponsor for this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.