IT Procurement Analyst

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an IT Procurement Analyst to manage the IT procurement process, conduct vendor evaluations, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective purchasing of IT goods and services. This role collaborates with IT, finance, and operations to support procurement activities and drive efficiency.

The position emphasizes adherence to organizational policies, vendor relationship management, data analysis of spend and savings, and staying current with market

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement and supplier management.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and reduce costs.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end IT procurement processes and sourcing needs.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate contracts, and ensure favorable terms.
• Collaborate with IT, finance, and operations to define requirements.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and monitor performance and spend.
• Support procurement policies, procedures, and compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor evaluation

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Position TitleIT Procurement AnalystRemotePosition Summary / Career Interest:As an IT Procurement Analyst, you will be responsible for managing the IT procurement process, conducting vendor evaluations, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing of IT goods and services.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, and operations, to support procurement activities and drive operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of procurement principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders.

This individual ensures that IT Hardware management and related processes/procedures adhere to the organizational values, enabling The University of Kansas Hospital System, the University of Kanas Medical Center and related entities’ to provide the best possible patient care and financial management.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Manage the end-to-end IT procurement process, including identifying sourcing needs, gathering requirements, conducting market research, and vendor selection.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate contracts, and ensure favorable terms and pricing to achieve cost-effective procurement outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT teams and business units, to understand technology requirements and develop procurement strategies.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and maintain vendor relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and periodic reviews.
• Track and analyze procurement data, such as spend, savings, and supplier performance, to identify trends and provide insights for process improvement.
• Support the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
• Assist in the management of purchase orders, including verification, approval, and documentation.
• Stay updated on market trends, emerging technologies, and changes in vendor landscapes to inform procurement decision-making and identify cost‑saving opportunities.

• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of procurement‑related financial data.
• Provide support and guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement processes, policies, and compliance requirements.

Time Type:Full time

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally‑protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.