PURCHASING ANALYST - 72001200

Requisition No: 887036 Agency: Management Services Working Title: PURCHASING ANALYST - 72001200 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 72001200 Salary: $58,124.04 Posting Closing Date: 11/18/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Purchasing Analyst Division of State Purchasing State of Florida Department of Management Services This position is located in Tallahassee, FL Position Overview and Responsibilities: This position serves as a Purchasing Analyst within the Division of State Purchasing. This role focuses on strategic sourcing and enterprise contract development. This position does not conduct transactional purchasing, purchase goods and services, or issue purchase orders. 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. The Purchasing Analyst’s responsibilities focus centers on market research, competitive solicitation development, and extensive contract drafting and review. This role leads the development of Invitations to Bid (ITBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Negotiate (ITNs), and Requests for Information (RFIs). This work requires analyzing supplier markets, developing sourcing strategies, and ensuring all competitive solicitations strictly adhere to Florida procurement statutes and policies. The Division of State Purchasing values innovation, collaboration, and effective communication. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, a problem-solving curiosity, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and takes initiative to explore modern procurement solutions that deliver high-value contracts for the State of Florida. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The candidate should exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Consistently demonstrates professionalism across all assigned tasks and functions Effective communication and active listening skills to interface with many different stakeholder groups, including public procurement officials, vendors, state agencies, or other governmental entities Critical thinking skills to analyze and apply research to make informed, strategic, and efficient decisions Ability to multi-task on different projects to meet deadlines Ability to be resourceful and curious, and take initiative to learn and apply new procurement strategies Ability to interpret, analyze, and prepare complex contract documents and data related to contract spend Ability to maintain a positive demeanor and demonstrate exemplary customer service Proficient in standard office applications Ability to work independently and in a group setting when necessary Exhibits excellent writing skills catered to a variety of audiences Knowledge of Florida Statutes (specifically Chapter 287, F.S.) and the Florida Administrative Code governing public procurement. Knowledge of competitive solicitations and contract drafting principles. Participates in negotiations Minimum Qualifications: At least one (1) to two (2) years of professional experience in procurement, market research, or contracts. Preferred Qualifications: Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN) Experience using MyFloridaMarketPlace, Ariba, and Tableau Our Organization and Mission: 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. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.” Special Notes: DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding …

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