Procurement Analyst

Description We're Hiring: Procurement AnalystJoin our team as a Procurement Analyst and play an important role in supporting the City’s procurement operations while helping ensure transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the use of public resources.We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive professional to provide administrative and analytical support to the Procurement Manager, with a strong emphasis on contract administration. This position offers considerable independence and the opportunity to take ownership of assignments, improve processes, and contribute to the City's commitment to excellence in public service.Our City Values in Action:Accountability: Demonstrate integrity, accuracy, and transparency while ensuring responsible stewardship of public resources.Empowerment: Take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and confidently manage assigned responsibilities with considerable independence.Innovation: Seek opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and bring forward creative solutions.Ownership: Take pride in your work, follow assignments through to completion, and deliver dependable, high-quality results.Position DetailsReports to: Procurement ManagerWork Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Focus: Administrative and analytical support, with an emphasis on contract administration.If you are organized, resourceful, and motivated to make a meaningful contribution to local government, we invite you to bring your skills, ideas, and commitment to public service to our team! Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary. Develops and issues solicitation documents with great attention to accuracy and detail. Methods of solicitation include Invitation to Bid (ITB), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and other methods deemed in the best interest of the City of St. Cloud.Performs contract administrative duties for ongoing contracts.Facilitates public meetings, including but not limited to, pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences, site visits, bid openings and evaluation committee meetings. Evaluates responsiveness and responsibility of bidders and proposers and makes award recommendations to the Director.Drafts contracts, contract amendments, extensions and terminations to ensure compliance with contract requirements. Prepares City Council agenda items and resolutions.May participate in formal training of departments and vendors related to procurement processes, systems and contract management. Participates in the continuous improvement of systems, processes and procedures. Interprets technical, policy and regulatory information to plan and coordinate work.Maintains a contract register that provides historical information on the status of contracts; monitors the progress of contractors against contract requirements and deadlines; brings non- performance issues to the attention of the contractor and the Procurement Manager, makes recommendations on remedial actions.Performs other duties as required. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business with major course work in procurement, inventory control or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Professional certification as Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) required at a minimum. Five years of professional experience in Procurement. Contract experience required, with a thorough knowledge of public procurement as it relates to the contract solicitation process, contract development and contract administration. Must possess and maintain a valid state Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving history. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here…

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