Procurement Systems & Operation Analyst

Title: Procurement Systems & Operations Analyst

State Role Title:Procurement Officer I

Hiring Range: $70000-$80000 Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia State University

Location:Virginia State University

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

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The position objective is to support efficient compliant and data-driven procurement operations by managing procurement systems analyzing operational performance and implementing process improvements that enhance purchasing effectiveness supplier management and cost control. This position is responsible for optimizing procurement processes systems and data to ensure efficient compliant and cost-effective purchasing operations. This role supports the universitys procurement function by administering and optimizing procurement systems analyzing operational data and improving purchasing processes to ensure compliance with university policies state and federal regulations and best practices while promoting efficiency transparency and responsible stewardship of institutional resources. Works closely with the Procurement Director and Associate Director to ensure consistent compliant and efficient procurement operations through effective system management data analysis and process optimization. Overall this position is an expert level role that provides strategic and advanced support for procurement systems and operations applying specialized knowledge to analyze complex data improve processes ensure compliance and support institutional goals.

Virginia State Universitys Office of Procurement Services is seeking a Procurement Systems & Operations Analyst to support efficient compliant and data-driven procurement operations. This position is responsible for administering and optimizing procurement systems such as eVA Banner Finance OpenGov Power BI Tableau and SharePoint; analyzing operational data; developing dashboards and reports; monitoring system integrations; maintaining data integrity; supporting vendor and user management; and identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost savings. The role also provides training and technical support to campus users communicates system and policy updates serves as a liaison to external procurement partners (including DGS and VASCUPP) maintains procurement-related web content and supports reporting requirements such as SWaM and VASCUPP data submissions.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelors degree in business administration Finance or a related field with strong analytical communication and technical skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with eVA or ERP systems public sector or higher education procurement proficiency in tools such as Power BI Tableau Excel SQL or Oracle and a Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification or the ability to obtain one within one year.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelors degree in business administration Finance or a related field with strong analytical communication and technical skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with eVA or ERP systems public sector or higher education procurement proficiency in tools such as Power BI Tableau Excel SQL or Oracle and a Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification or the ability to obtain one within one year.

Additional Considerations

Bachelors degree in business administration or finance or related field.

Preferred experience working with electronic Virginia (eVA) or progressive procurement experience.

Public procurement experience preferably in higher education or government.

Preferred recognized purchasing certification in Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) or within one year.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed e-mailed and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the Relevant Work History section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application therefore it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application or a state application lacking in detail may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment if applicable.

Employment-based visa sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not permit an individual to work in the United States unless the appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements.

Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability use this link: or call DARS at .

Contact Information

Name: Boatemaa Nyarko-Brentuo

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In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.