Procurement Operations Analyst
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Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 29 - 38
Posted on:
29 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for children and adults.
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland we leave no one behind.
This is a full-time contractual position.
GRADE
16
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services
Office of Procurement
25 S. Charles Street
Baltimore MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The Procurement Operations Analyst supports the Maryland Department of Human Servicesmission by providing analytical and operational support to the Procurement Office. Thisposition is responsible for evaluating procurement processes systems and performance datato develop recommendations that improve the effectiveness compliance and efficiency ofprocurement operations in accordance with COMAR Title 21 and DGS-OSP policies. Theanalyst collaborates with internal teams prepares visual and written reports supports theimplementation of new systems and helps train staff in best practices and new procedures.
POSITION DUTIES
- Conducts research and gathers data on current procurement practices and trends organizational structures financial performance and compliance with procurement regulations to identify operational gaps and inefficiencies.
- Analyzes data business operations and performance metrics to identify trends forecast outcomes and recommend process improvements for procurement activities across the programs and 24 local departments of social services.
- Develop and presents comprehensive reports dashboards and presentations to senior management summarizing findings and offering actionable recommendations.
- Collaborates with stakeholders and departmental leaders to align recommendations with DHSs mission and ensure successful implementation of strategic improvements.
- Supports the implementation of new procurement systems providing technical assistance user testing feedback and post-implementation analysis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Four years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Masters degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules regulations policy procedures and processes or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The Ideal candidate will possess the following:
- One year of professional experience in procurement contracting or compliance within a government agency (State or Federal).
- One year of experience using pivot tables advanced formulas) Power BI Tableau Looker Studio or similar tools to perform data analysis and create dashboards reports or performance metrics.
- One year experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) or equivalent software.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain dashboards scorecards and performance reports to support decision-making.
- Experience training or mentoring staff on new processes systems or data tools.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complexdata into actionable insights.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list. The resulting list may be used for future vacancies with this agency or other state agencies.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to Maryland Department of Human Services Employment Services Attention: Heather Braddy 25 South Charles St Room 1116 Baltimore Maryland 21201.
If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position please email Heather Braddy at ; include the job title and recruitment # in the subject line.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- HR Sourcing
- Lean
- Pivot tables
- SAP
- Asset Management
- Supply Chain Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Management
- Contracts
