Purchasing Analyst (Temporary, Full Time)
Purchasing Analyst (Temporary, Full Time)
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Purchasing Analyst (Temporary Full-Time)
This is a temporary positionAre you a detail-oriented procurement professional who loves turning complex purchasing challenges into clear efficient solutions Join Arapahoe Libraries and help us deliver resources that make a genuine impact in our community.
Arapahoe Libraries is seeking a Purchasing Analyst (Temporary Full-Time) to streamline procurement operations strengthen data insights and refine contract documentation. You will guide staff in providing welcoming innovative and inclusive service while balancing daily purchasing needs with long-term goals. This role centers on solicitation support analytics documentation and continuous process improvement.
About the Role
As part of our central services team you will collaborate with facilities IT and administrative departments to navigate procurement requirements keep records accurate and ensure each purchase aligns with library priorities. Whether leading an RFX or organizing compliance files your steady support keeps every branch running smoothly for patrons.
Key Responsibilities
- Take primary responsibility for market research and RFX document development to support timely and effective competitive and cooperative procurements.
- Coordinate solicitation timelines documentation and vendor communication to secure best-value awards
- Track contracts audit renewals and maintain compliance documentation including eRate records
- Analyze purchasing data to uncover cost-saving and optimization opportunities
- Develop and update guidance documents and internal purchasing resources
What Youll Bring
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with an ERP or contract management system
- Working knowledge of RFX processes state and cooperative contracts and public-sector compliance
- Strong written and verbal communication with a collaborative yet autonomous work style
- Excellent time-management abilities and a process-oriented mindset with high integrity
- Talent for translating data into clear recommendations that improve purchasing outcomes
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelors degree in business public administration or a related field
- Two years of purchasing contract administration or procurement support experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and an ERP or procurement platform
Preferred:
- Government or public-sector purchasing experience
- Experience with capital project procurement including FF&E purchasing
- Familiarity with Tyler Munis or similar contract management systems
Who We Are
At Arapahoe Libraries we are a forward-thinking inclusive organization committed to enriching lives and strengthening our community. Guided by our core values of collaboration equity and innovation we believe in the power of curiosity and lifelong learning. Our motto Lets Find Out reflects our spirit of exploration and shared discovery.
Lets Find Out Together
If you enjoy digging into the details solving operational puzzles and making procurement clearer and more effective for everyone we would love to hear from you. Your expertise will ensure our library has the tools and services it needs to serve the community with excellence. Join us to shape a thoughtful organized and responsive approach to purchasing. Apply today.
Please Note: Due to the hybrid nature of this role candidates must reside in Colorado. This is a temporary position lasting up to one year and does not include an offer of permanent employment beyond the duration of the assignment.
Inclusion and diversity are part of our values at Arapahoe Libraries.
Qualified applicants who represent the diversities of the communities we serve are encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
