What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Purchasing Analyst position at City of Medford, OR?
Salary : $71,333.34 - $91,041.43 Annually
Location : Medford, OR
Job Type : Full-Time (with benefits)
Job Number : 2024-20382-01
Department : Finance
Opening Date : 12 / 19 / 2024
Closing Date : 1 / 6 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit : Non-Represented & Management
Summary
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Are you a procurement expert ready to make an impact in a thriving municipality? The City of Medford is seeking a Senior Purchasing Analyst to lead complex procurement processes, craft innovative solutions, and collaborate across departments to ensure seamless and efficient operations.
As a key member of our Finance team, you'll manage high-level solicitations, negotiate contracts, and provide expert guidance on procurement policies and best practices. Your role will be pivotal in shaping purchasing strategies that deliver value and compliance, all while supporting a wide range of city services.
Bring your expertise to a collaborative team and make a difference in how our city operates. Apply today!
Required Education and Experience :
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Five (5) or more years of experience with procurement and public contract programs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, public administration, or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
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Available Schedules :
Teleworking up to 1 day per week
Compensation & Information on Benefits
This position is part of the Non-Represented employee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE .
The anticipated hiring range for the Senior Purchasing Analyst position is $34.29 (first step) to $36.01 or $37.81 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
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Competencies :
Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.
Customer Orientation - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.
Functional / Technical Expertise - Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty. They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for the organization.
Organizing & Planning - Effective performers have strong organizing and planning skills that allow them to be highly productive and efficient. They manage their time wisely, and effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks. They plan, organize, and actively manage meetings for maximum productivity.
Problem Solving & Decision Making - Effective performers are able to identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment. They isolate causes from symptoms, and compile information and alternatives to illuminate problems or issues. They involve others as appropriate and gather information from a variety of sources. They find a balance between studying the problem and solving it. They readily commit to action and make decisions that reflect sound judgment.
Work Environment & Physical Demands : This position requires inside, office desk work that includes exposure to regular office noise and distractions, adequate lighting, and regulated HVAC systems in relation to temperature.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each of the essential job functions satisfactorily. This position involves extended periods of sitting and standing, with occasional walking, crouching, bending, stooping, twisting, turning, and balancing. The employee is regularly required to operate a variety of automated office machines which include a computer, printer, copy machine, calculator, telephone, etc.
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VETERAN'S PREFERENCE :
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and / or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT :
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
ADA :
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) 774-2074 or email : ada@cityofmedford.org.
The City of Medford offers an excellent total comprehensive benefit package to all full-time employees.
This position is part of the non-represented employee group. Please visit our webpage for more details.
Describe why you are interested in this position and how your life or work experiences have prepared you for this role.
Describe your purchasing experience and how it relates to the Senior Purchasing Analyst position.
This position involves building strong working relationships with other departments. Describe a time when you successfully developed a positive working relationship. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
Share an example of when you successfully juggled and prioritized multiple competing tasks. How did you manage your time, and what was the result?
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Salary : $71,333 - $91,041
