PURCHASING ANALYST - 72001667

Purchasing AnalystThis position serves as a Purchasing Analyst within the Division of State Purchasing.

The role requires natural curiosity, a drive to explore innovative procurement solutions, and a commitment to staying up to date on industry trends. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in government contracting, create value for state agencies, and contribute directly to the State of Florida's strategic procurement efforts.Day-to-day responsibilities include comprehensive research, analysis, and documentation for a wide variety of procurement projects to ensure alignment with agency objectives. This position includes extensive drafting and review of procurement related documents. You will write and review contracts to ensure compliance with state and legal requirements, and research and identify cooperative contracts let by other governments to achieve best value for Florida. You will manage competitive solicitations (Invitation to Bid, Request for Proposals, and Invitation to Negotiate) from start to finish - including research, solicitation drafting, posting, award, and contract execution. You will also support the development of new procurement strategies and collaborate on process improvement initiatives, with a focus on enhancing customer experience and realizing cost savings.The Division of State Purchasing values innovation, collaboration, and effective communication. Our mission is empowerment, both internally and externally. The ideal candidate will be able to actively contribute to this mission, is energized by a fast-paced environment, and has an appetite for challenging work. The candidate should welcome innovation, efficiency, and change. Additionally, the ideal candidate strives to deliver a quality work product and embraces our collaborative work environment by contributing both positively and frequently.The candidate should exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:Effective communication and active listening skills to interface with many different stakeholder groups, including public procurement officials, vendors, state agencies, or other governmental entitiesCritical thinking skills to analyze and apply research to make informed, strategic, and efficient decisionsAbility to maintain a strong attention to detail when analyzing and preparing complex contract documentsAbility to multi-task on different projects to meet deadlinesAbility to be resourceful and curious, and take initiative to learn and apply new procurement strategiesAbility to interpret and analyze complex contract documents and data related to contract spendProficient in standard office applicationsAbility to work independently and in a group setting when necessaryExhibits excellent writing skills catered to a variety of audiencesKnowledge of Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative CodeParticipates in moderately complex negotiationsMinimum qualifications include at least one to two years professional experience in procurement, market research, or contracts. Preferred qualifications include Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM), Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN), and experience using MyFloridaMarketPlace, Ariba, and Tableau.Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Tom Berger and DMS' Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida's state government.