Hybrid Procurement Analyst, I

at Liberty University

• Job title: Procurement Analyst, I
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Lynchburg, United States

About the role

• Procurement Analyst optimizing procurement processes at Liberty University. Researching data, identifying cost savings, and managing procurement strategies with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee various procurement projects to identify process gaps, analyze data, initiate strategies, and manage results. This includes system/process improvement, strategic analysis, and executive-level categories.
• Create and manage analytical reports in the various Procurement & Finance systems.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and analyzing key performance indicator measures for the Procurement sections.
• Review and manage the Procurement training program and communication initiatives for the Procurement department.
• Research and analyze University-wide buying trends in assigned product or service families.
• Analyze procurement spend to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Work closely with senior leadership, finance, operations, and other departments to ensure procurement processes align with business needs.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and work on complex cost modeling and financial analysis.
• Work with Sourcing team to monitor and evaluate supplier performance, driving continuous improvements in quality, delivery, and cost.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with internal customers to continually identify and address needs.

Requirements

• Bachelors-level college degree with a concentration in business or supply chain management; significant additional experience may substitute.
• One to two years of professional experience in a procurement environment, though internships or related coursework can be beneficial.
• Strong technical and business writing and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of Procurement functions, Contracting, and source-to-pay software.
• Strong computer skills including effective use of MS Office software, Outlook, and Teams.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan.
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))

Benefits

• None specified