Purchasing Procurement Analyst - Randstad USA

job summary:

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Purchasing Procurement Analyst to join the agency based in Atlanta, Georgia.

 
location: Atlanta, Georgia
job type: Contract
salary: $32.75 - 32.76 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

- Works under supervision of the Purchasing Manager, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

- Coordinates the purchase of merchandise, supplies, and equipment and services using established guidelines, rules and regulations, policies and laws; prepares, reviews, tracks and expedites purchase orders; reviews quotes, proposals, agreement and purchase orders for conformance to agency policy, regulations and laws.

- Generates reports and maintain records of goods ordered and received.

- Assists in the maintenance of the procurement database and coordinates with departments and vendors to make purchases; monitor and track vendor performance; discuss defective or unacceptable new goods or services with users, vendors and others to determine cause of problem and take corrective action; develop and maintain relationships with key vendors.

- Administer purchasing policies and procedures in conjunction with Office of Information Technology specific requirements, regulatory guidelines and state and federal laws in order to support business needs; assist with training of staff regarding purchasing and procurement practices and policies.

- Develops and applies professional knowledge of the procurement field to include the Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM) and related rules and regulations. Develops an awareness and understanding of legal implications and possible complications. Attends appropriate training.

- Obtain/maintain the Georgia Certified Purchasing Associate (GCPA) certification.

- Other duties as assigned within the purchasing & procurement team.

Skills/Qualifications:

- Able to self-motivate and work with minimal supervision to complete task which require daily follow up and follow through.

- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, PeopleSoft 9.0, Team GA Marketplace e-Procurement.

- Experience with electronic data record-keeping, reports, etc.

- Effective writing skills.

- strong reading comprehension.

- strong evaluations skills.

- Excellent interpersonal skills; customer service focused.

 
qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

 
skills:

Purchasing / Procurement

PeopleSoft

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.