Senior Sourcing Analyst

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.

Position Qualifications

Completion of undergraduate core program in public or business administration purchasing materials management contracting acquisition management or logistics supply chain management operations management or other sourcing related field; 6 mos. exp. or 6 mos. purchasing/procurement/sourcing.

-Or 30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. purchasing/procurement/sourcing.

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Sourcing Analyst 64512.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above

Primary Job Skill: Purchasing Stores Inventory

Techinical Skills: Accounting and Finance Public Relations Research

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail Negotiation Problem Solving Proofreading Verbal Communication.

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education coursework or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institutions website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

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.

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.

Senior Sourcing Analyst

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services Ohios prison systems and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered Solution Oriented Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable Reasonable Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well get well and stay well. Join our collaborative service-oriented environment where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness second-chance hiring and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect both in the community and within our own team.

Application Procedures
To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website (). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

As part of the application process you will be asked to answer a series of Yes/No supplemental questions. These questions help us confirm that applicants meet essential job requirements and allow us to identify candidates who may bring preferred experience to the role. Please answer each question honestly and completely as your responses may determine whether you move forward in the hiring process.

Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

RuleBackground check on applicants outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO/ADA Administrator at or .

What youll do at DBH:

Position Overview

The Senior Sourcing Analyst plays a key role in guiding the agencys purchasing and contracting activities. This position leads complex procurement efforts partners closely with program areas analyzes supplier options and ensures that acquisition strategies support both operational needs and fiscal responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Lead procurement projects that involve multistep evaluations technical requirements or multiple deliverables.
Collaborate with program staff and subject matter experts to understand service or product needs and translate them into clear actionable sourcing plans.
Analyze proposals pricing supplier capabilities and market conditions to support wellinformed purchasing decisions.
Recommend contract awards based on established review criteria and documented analysis.
Support negotiation efforts by summarizing key issues identifying risks and offering strategic options.
Monitor vendor progress once a contract has been awarded and assist in resolving performance concerns or cost issues.
Research purchasing trends evaluate alternatives and advise leadership on opportunities to improve sourcing processes.
Design and implement methods to identify potential suppliers assess qualifications and ensure competitive opportunities.
Review requisitions purchase orders and contract requests to verify alignment with policy and project objectives.

This is anhourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union)with a pay range of31on theOCSEAPay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This position is located within our Central Office at James A. Rhodes Tower.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information:

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May require travel; may be required to work long or unusual hours during peak operational periods.