Institutional Data Analyst Associate

University of Kentucky

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 43,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an E-Procurement and Data Analyst Associate to support Procurement Services through technology administration, data analysis, supplier enablement, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations. This role combines procurement, systems support, data reporting, and customer service to help ensure the university’s purchasing processes operate efficiently and effectively.

The successful candidate will work with enterprise procurement platforms, supplier onboarding tools,

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of related experience.
Experience with procurement systems and data analysis is preferred.
Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for P2P processes and e-procurement platforms.
Assist with supplier enablement, catalog management, and vendor records.
Generate reports using SAP, Tableau, Excel; develop dashboards for decisions.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Excel proficiency

Customer service

Attention to detail

Procurement/ERP experience

Analytical thinking

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP Ariba

SAP

Tableau

PaymentWorks

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Institutional Data Analyst Associate Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job

Job Title: Institutional Data Analyst Associate

Requisition Number: RE55457

Working Title: E-Procurement and Data Analyst Associate

Department Name: 3DP00:Purchasing

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 43

Salary Range: $19.56-31.29/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BA

Required Related Experience: 1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: Sitting for long periods of time.

Shift: Monday–Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Deadline to Apply: 08/21/2026

Job Summary

Help Power the Technology Behind the University’s Procurement Operations The University of Kentucky is seeking an E-Procurement and Data Analyst Associate to support Procurement Services through technology administration, data analysis, supplier enablement, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations. This role combines procurement, systems support, data reporting, and customer service to help ensure the university’s purchasing processes operate efficiently and effectively. The successful candidate will work with enterprise procurement platforms, supplier onboarding tools, reporting systems, and campus stakeholders to support daily operations and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Provide technical support for the university’s Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes and e-procurement platforms

Assist with supplier enablement, catalog management, SAP Ariba Network support, and procurement system administration

Support vendor onboarding and maintenance of procurement-related master data, including SAP vendor records and PaymentWorks processes

Generate and analyze reports using SAP, Tableau, Excel, and other reporting tools

Develop dashboards, pivot tables, and visual reporting resources to support operational and strategic decision-making

Assist with procurement transaction reconciliation and issue resolution

Support procurement systems, SharePoint resources, website updates, and knowledge management activities

Contribute to procurement training materials, customer support efforts, and purchasing initiatives

What You’ll Bring

Strong technical aptitude and experience working with business systems and data

Proficiency with Excel and an interest in reporting, analytics, and process improvement

Strong customer service and communication skills

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Experience working with procurement, ERP, or enterprise systems is beneficial

Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Willingness to learn new technologies and business processes

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

1 year of related experience

What’s In It for You

Meaningful impact: Support procurement operations that serve departments across the university

Technical growth: Build expertise in e-procurement platforms, enterprise systems, and business analytics

Varied responsibilities: Blend data analysis, systems support, supplier management, and customer service

Professional development: Gain exposure to procurement operations, reporting tools, and process improvement initiatives

Collaborative environment: Work with campus departments, suppliers, and procurement professionals

UK’s Exceptional Benefits

Why Now?

Technology continues to transform how organizations manage purchasing, supplier relationships, and business operations. As procurement systems become increasingly integrated and data-driven, the need for professionals who can bridge technology, analytics, and customer support continues to grow. In this role, you’ll help enhance the tools and processes that support procurement across the university while contributing to improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen data quality, and improve the user experience for departments and suppliers alike.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excel proficiency.

Preferred Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree plus two or more years related experience preferred.

Our University Community

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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