Sourcing Planner

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Important Application Instruction

Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum qualifications in the education and work experience sections of the application. Be specific about the duties performed systems used and level of responsibility.

Whats Required

Option 1: At least 3 ½ years experience or training in purchasing/procurement/sourcing to include experience in performing spend analysis developing sourcing strategy & evaluating vendor performance.

Option 2: Completion of undergraduate core in public or business administration purchasing materials management contracting acquisition management or logistics supply chain management operations management or other sourcing related field including at least 1 ½ years experience or training in purchasing/procurement/sourcing.

Option 3: Completion of graduate core in public or business administration purchasing materials management contracting acquisition management or logistics supply chain management operations management or other sourcing related field including at least 6 months experience or training in purchasing/procurement/sourcing.

Option 4: At least 2 years experience as a Sourcing Analyst with the State of Ohio.

Option 5: At least 1 year experience as a Senior Sourcing Analyst with the State of Ohio.

Option 6: The equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Help Power the Mission Behind the Mission

Looking for work that matters

At the Ohio Adjutant Generals Department your work supports the operational readiness of the Ohio National Guard. As a Sourcing Planner you will help ensure the right goods services and contract support are in place to keep the mission moving. This is more than purchasing. It is strategic fast-paced and essential work that helps support those who serve our state and nation.

If you are analytical organized solutions-focused and motivated by meaningful public service this may be the opportunity for you.

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Join a Team That Values Readiness Accountability and Service

At the Ohio Adjutant Generals Department we value people who take ownership of their work communicate effectively adapt to mission needs and help move the organization forward. If you want a career where your work supports something bigger than yourself we encourage you to apply.

For questions regarding this position or requests for reasonable accommodation contact the State Human Resources Division by calling or email

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage
Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

What Youll Do

In this role you will help drive sourcing and procurement activities that support operational and capital needs across the agency. You will work across multiple program areas helping plan purchasing strategies coordinate contract activity support fiscal processing and maintain compliant procurement documentation.

In this role you will:

plan and support sourcing strategies for contracts and purchasing actions
help move procurement efforts from planning through renewal and closeout
review quotes evaluate proposals and recommend sourcing options
coordinate requisitions purchase orders contract changes and payment-related actions
monitor vendor performance contract compliance service quality and fulfillment outcomes
support fiscal coordination including financial coding split funding and OAKS CI actions
prepare and organize documentation for procurement approvals and related actions
maintain accurate audit-ready procurement records

Why This Role Stands Out

This position offers the chance to do work that is:

mission-driven your efforts directly support readiness and continuity of operations
strategic you will analyze options solve problems and help guide sound sourcing decisions
collaborative you will partner with internal customers vendors contractors and finance professionals
impactful your work helps deliver the resources needed to support agency operations

Who Will Thrive Here

We are looking for someone who brings sound judgment strong follow-through and a commitment to getting the job done right. The best candidates will be comfortable balancing compliance customer service and operational need in a structured but dynamic environment.

You may be a strong fit if you have experience with:

sourcing procurement purchasing or contract administration
reviewing quotes bids proposals or vendor options
processing requisitions purchase orders amendments or payment-related actions
financial coding split funding or procurement-related fiscal coordination
ERP or reporting systems such as OAKS FIN OAKS CI OAKS BI or similar tools
maintaining records documentation and compliance files

What You Bring

Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

strong analytical thinking
attention to detail
sound decision-making
accountability and follow-through
strong written and verbal communication
the ability to manage multiple priorities
effective working relationships with customers and partners

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of sourcing principles contracts public relations and state and agency sourcing policies procedures and regulations.

Skill in using computers and applicable software including spreadsheets databases word processing and reporting tools.

Ability to analyze data identify issues apply sourcing procedures write business correspondence maintain records and build effective working relationships with internal customers and vendors.

Developed after hire: knowledge of the Ohio National Guard mission-driven operating environment and Warfighter Fundamentals.

Important Application InstructionApplicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum qualifications in the education and work experience sections of the application. Be specific about the duties performed systems used and level of responsibility.Whats RequiredOption 1: At least 3 ½ years e...