Analyst II, Procurement

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a procurement specialist to manage the acquisition of classes and services. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree and relevant experience in procurement.

This position offers a comprehensive range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid leave. The ideal candidate will develop solicitation processes and liaise effectively with vendors and college departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and three years of related experience, or Associate’s Degree and five years of related experience required.
• Experience in preparing and conducting solicitations, evaluating bids and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the solicitation process for commodities and services.
• Act as a liaison between College community and vendors.
• Review and evaluate competitive quote documentation.

Skills

Experience in procurement

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Financial management skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree

Job description

Class Description

The purpose of this class is to manage the acquisition of classes, commodities and services through the competitive solicitation process, informal quote process, intergovernmental cooperative purchase agreements and State and local government contracts.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and three years of related experience or Associate’s Degree and five years of related experience required, such as: preparing and conducting solicitations, evaluating bids and proposals, knowledge of and compliance with procurement rules and regulations; knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems.

Compensation

Compensation within the posted range is determined by a candidate's education level and/or years of experience in the field. Generally, employees are hired in the lower third of the scale.

Class Specific Essential Duties

1. Develop and manage the solicitation process for commodities and services.
2. Review and approve purchase requisitions in accordance to the limit established by College policy.
3. Review and evaluate competitive quote documentation.
4. Act as a liaison between College community and vendors.
5. Manage service contracts for performance, renewal and/or extension.
6. Conduct bid openings, pre-proposal meetings and evaluation committee meetings.

Position Specific Essential Duties

1. Assist with establishing standards for performance and quality, and preparing technical specifications.
2. Communicate to the college community information as to vendor, product, pricing and procedural information and assist in identifying the best sources, pricing and scheduling for goods and services.
3. Review available government and educational agency contracts for the college community.
4. Work closely with Accounts Payable to assist in problem solving with payment of invoices.

CCBC Full Time Benefits At A Glance

BENEFIT SUMMARY Health and Medical

• CIGNA
  • Cigna Open Access Plus (OAP)
  • Cigna Open Access Plus In Network (OAPIN)
• Kaiser

Prescription Drug Benefits:

• For CIGNA Plans - included in Cigna Plan Medical Premiums
• Kaiser - included in Kaiser Medical Premium

Mental Health

Emotional, drug/alcohol abuse treatment, both inpatient and outpatient, provided when pre‑approved. Premium included in medical care plan.

Dental Benefits

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Traditional
• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Preferred

Vision Benefits

• NVA

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Benefit Strategies Health Spending Account $2,600
• Benefit Strategies Dependent Care (children under 13 and eldercare) $5,000

Term Life Insurance: MetLife

• Employee Basic Life Insurance is 1 times your salary with a minimum of $50,000 (90/10)
• Employee Supplemental Life Insurance is available in multiples of $10,000 with a maximum of $200,000. Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available for spouse (increments of $10,000 to a maximum of 50% of employee combined basic and supplemental amount) and dependents ($10,000). Supplemental Term Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.

Permanent Whole Life Insurance: Unum

• Permanent Whole Life Insurance with Optional Long Term Care available through Unum. Available to full‑time employees, part‑time associates, and adjunct faculty.
• Spouse and dependent coverage available. Permanent Whole Life Insurance accrues cash value, premiums will not increase, and coverage will not decrease. Permanent Whole Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment: The Hartford

Individual or Family Coverage. Employee pays a rate in multiples of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000.

Long‑Term Disability

Plan pays 60% of gross monthly salary after 90 consecutive days of absence. Employee pays 100% of premium.

Retirement Plans

• Maryland State Teacher’s Pension System (7% contributory)
• Optional Retirement Plan (non‑contributory)
• Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System (7% contributory)

Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b)

• Tax‑shielded annuities – 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms. The 403(b) supplemental retirement plan is available to all CCBC employees (Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees).
• Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after‑tax dollars and then withdraw tax‑free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA‑CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part‑Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre‑tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post‑tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
• Deferred Compensation Plan — 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.

Legal Services

Legal Resources is a pre‑paid legal voluntary benefit for advice, consultation and representation for commonly used legal services.

Credit Union

First Financial Federal Credit Union membership available to employees.

Direct Deposit

It's convenient, safe, reliable and saves time. No waiting for your check on payday. The money is already in your account, whether you are at work or on vacation. Mandatory payroll direct deposit allows employees the control and flexibility of directing their pay to different accounts at any bank, in any location.

Work and Family Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Cigna Behavioral

Free personal advocates assisting you and any household member to resolve any issues.

Paid Leave Benefits

Academic, Bereavement, Sick and Safe Leave, Jury Duty, Religious Holidays, Military Leave, Sabbatical, Personal, Vacation, and Holidays.

Tuition Assistance

Eligible full‑time employees may qualify for waiver or reimbursement programs. Spouses and legal dependents up to age 22 are eligible for reimbursement with proof of successful completion and a C or better grade. Employees are eligible for Tuition Assistance and become eligible for the external Tuition reimbursement program the first semester after one calendar year of employment. Eligibility for waiver or reimbursement for CCBC courses begins after the completion of a 90 day probation for public safety and classified employees.

Academic Cash Award

Classified employees are eligible for a lump sum award of $500 for completion of an unduplicated college degree.

McDaniel College’s Educator’s Legacy Scholarship Program

CCBC is proud to offer an exciting new benefit to all benefits‑eligible employees! McDaniel College has extended its Educator’s Legacy Scholarship (ELS) program to CCBC benefits‑eligible employees. CCBC is among the inaugural community college partners. Children of any current full‑time benefits‑eligible CCBC employee with at least four years of continuous full‑time employment are eligible to receive a scholarship valued at up to $100,000 over four (4) years. The scholarship will first take effect in the fall semester. The CCBC Employee Benefits Team will provide verification of employment. Excellent teaching is McDaniel College's priority and its legacy. The College's expert faculty‑mentors empower students to achieve their personal best, and many graduates go on to become top K‑12 educators. Since 2010, four of McDaniel's graduates were named state Teachers of the Year, including the 2011 National Teacher of the Year Michelle Shearer. McDaniel is ranked among Money Magazine's 50 Best Liberal Arts Colleges and offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study. The personalized curriculum and student‑faculty collaboration develop the unique potential in every student. McDaniel College welcomes the sons and daughters of CCBC employees!

Mandated Federal Benefits

Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Social Security.

For Your Convenience

• ATM machines are available at each of the main campuses
• Check cashing with appropriate ID
• Free Parking
• Access to weight lifting facilities, swimming pool and library