State of Florida · 1 day ago
PURCHASING ANALYST - 64080662 1
Tallahassee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $56K/yr
1+ years expThe State of Florida's Department of Health is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to manage the procurement of complex commodities and services. This role involves overseeing competitive solicitations, contract administration, and ensuring compliance with laws and procedures related to purchasing.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Serves as administrative lead on competitive solicitations, administrative review with contract managers, contract administration, and general counsel’s office, ensuring all stages of the process are timely and in accordance with statute, rule, and procedure
Evaluates and processes assigned purchase requests for commodities and contractual services for the department using appropriate purchasing methods in accordance with laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Reviews and approves requisitions in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) for commodities and contractual services using appropriate purchasing method in accordance with laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Responsible for processing all Sponsorship Requests, Agency Alternate Contract Source (ACS) and Requests and Vendor Transaction Fee Disputes in accordance with laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Serves as the Vendor Transaction Fee Dispute Liaison for the Department
Serves as the backup for processing formal Statements of Work
Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences keeping current with changes or additions to purchasing rules, laws, and procedures
Assists with updating and revising department’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual, Desk Reference, and various purchasing guides
Directs and conducts workshops
Works closely with program offices and CHDs to ensure purchasing requirements are met in a timely and economical manner
Performs Other Related Duties, As Required
Qualification
Required
Effective communication and active listening skills to interface with many different stakeholder groups, including public procurement officials, vendors, state agencies, or other governmental entities
Critical thinking skills to analyze and apply research to make informed, strategic, and efficient decisions
Ability to maintain a strong attention to detail when analyzing and preparing complex contract documents
Ability to multi-task on different projects to meet deadlines
Ability to be resourceful and curious, and take initiative to learn and apply new procurement strategies
Ability to interpret and analyze complex contract documents and data related to contract spend
Proficient in standard office applications (Microsoft Office)
Ability to work independently and in a group setting when necessary
Exhibits excellent writing skills catered to a variety of audiences
Knowledge of Chapter 287 Florida Statutes and Rule 60A-Florida Administrative Code
Knowledge of MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP)
High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1-3 years of purchasing experience
Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the position
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Experience with competitive solicitations
Experience with MyFloridaMarketPlace
Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM)
Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN)
Benefits
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
And more!
Company
State of Florida
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10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Richard Herstein, MD, MHA, MBA
Chief Hospital Administrator (CEO) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer
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