Citywide Procurement Analyst — Data-Driven Buying

City of Raleigh; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Raleigh seeks a motivated Procurement Analyst to support a modern, efficient purchasing environment. You will coordinate purchases, prepare solicitations, and assist with contracts from development through execution, helping departments navigate rules and policies.

You’ll analyze data, improve workflows, and provide guidance to internal partners to ensure compliant, cost-effective purchasing across City departments. Join a team focused on transparency and excellent public service.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or 2 Years of College in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field; 1–3 years in procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or related work.
• OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Preferred: CLGPO or similar public procurement certification.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft Financials or other enterprise procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, evaluates, and processes purchase requisitions and change orders for accuracy and compliance.
• Develops and manages bid solicitations, including openings, tabulations, renewals, and award recommendations.
• Maintains catalogs and supports purchasing function; monitors data accuracy and workflow.
• Provides training and guidance to internal customers on procurement processes and system navigation.
• Supports supplier records, vendor communications, and related processes.

Skills

Prioritizing work and deadlines

Policy compliance

Negotiation and vendor management

Critical and analytical thinking

Independent problem-solving

Attention to detail

Guidance to customers on purchasing

Education

Associate's Degree or 2 Years of College in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field

Any equivalent combination of training/experience

Tools

PeopleSoft Financials

Job description

City of Raleigh seeks a motivated Procurement Analyst to support a modern, efficient purchasing environment. You will coordinate purchases, prepare solicitations, and assist with contracts from development through execution, helping departments navigate rules and policies.

You’ll analyze data, improve workflows, and provide guidance to internal partners to ensure compliant, cost-effective purchasing across City departments. Join a team focused on transparency and excellent public service.