Requisition No: 827170 

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: FDC- PURCHASING ANALYST - 70007000- CENTRAL OFFICE

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 70007000 

Salary: $58,644.30 - $60,857.16 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 06/27/2024 

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***OPEN COMPETITIVE ADVERTISEMENT***

Purchasing Analyst – 70007000

This advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Central Office in the Bureau of Procurement.

Salary Range: $58,644.30 - $60,857.16 annually

SALARY WILL BE DETERMINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENT PAY POLICY.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers Department contracts and agreements including drafting contract documents and amendments, administering the official contract file and monitors contract expiration dates to ensure requirements are met for renewal or re-issue and keeps management advised of required procurement actions.
• Drafts, edits, and reviews specifications, conditions, and regulations pertaining to contracts.
• Assists with negotiating changes or renewal terms.
• Analyzes purchases awards, maintains contracts, and drafts correspondence.
• Places contracts, amendments and agreements in FACTS and the internal Department tracking system.
• Processes agreements upon expiration and request
• Processes work squad contract, work squad amendments, and work squad agreements for various agencies throughout the state.
• Confers with staff of supported entities to clarify quality, quantity, and specifications for their contractual needs.
• Acts as liaison, mediator and consultant between vendors, Bureau of Finance & Accounting, and program staff to resolve disputes/problems in a timely manner.
• Compiles statistical data and provides reports on contract, amendments, and agreement activities.
• Monitors the progress of special projects.
• Assists with the review of contract documents, as necessary, and represent the Department to agencies and vendors.
• Assists Department staff by answering routine questions and concerns about contracts.
• Research public records request

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Chapter 287, Florida Statutes and Rule 60A, Florida Administrative Code
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing best practices and negotiation strategies
• Knowledge of contract administration and management best practices
• Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, and composition of the English language
• Strong writing and effective speaking skills
• Good presentation, teambuilding, and leadership skills
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs and capable of using complex MS Excel functions and formulas.
• Ability to produce high quality work on a consistent basis with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Ability to interpret and organize data into meaningful reports and executive summaries.
• Ability to lead, coordinate and network with others to complete tasks and projects.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate timelines.
• Give great customer service to internal and external customers by dealing with people in a tactful and courteous manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Please note, when submitting a college/university degree, if selected for this position official transcripts will be required.

• Completion of an advanced degree from an accredited college or university AND one (1) year of professional contracting/sourcing experience; OR
• Completion of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of professional contracting/souring experience; OR
• A high school diploma or its equivalent AND four (4) years of professional procurement/sourcing experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior governemnt procurement./contract management experience
• Familiarioty and use of the Florida Accountability Contract Tracking SYtesm (FACTS)
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM)

Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

If you are interested in this position and meet the above indicated qualification and have the desired education, knowledge and experience, please submit a State of Florida Application and resume through the People First system. If you experience problems applying on-line, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the closing date.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.