Procurement Analyst 1, 2 or 3

State of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 48,311,000 - 59,171,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health New Orleans invites applications for the Procurement Analyst 1, 2 or 3 roles in its Purchasing division. The role performs advanced procurements for LSU HSC New Orleans, applying state procurement rules and ensuring best value for university and state.

Compensation ranges from $16.86 to $20.65 per hour, with progression based on experience. Location is 433 Bolivar St., New Orleans, LA, with standard business hours and probationary employment.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree.
• Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field.
• The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Responsibilities

• Applies the Procurement Code in order to perform the full range of professional procurement activities for LSU HSC New Orleans. Determines the appropriate method of procurement in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Procures through proper specification development, solicitation, evaluation of bids, vendor selection, and award to the lowest responsible and responsive vendor whose bid meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the solicitation.
• Corresponds with vendor and LSU HSC New Orleans staff, verbally or written, on contract terms, pricing, deliveries, quality, and order changes. Resolves discrepancies as needed.
• Perform any and all related job duties, commensurate with the responsibilities of the position, as directed by the Assistant Director.
• Provides guidance to LSUHSC personnel and suppliers on the procurement code, as well as applicable policies and procedures relative to the appropriate method of procurement for the goods and/or services to be purchased.
• Seek out the most aggressive discounting possible (including any applicable contacts that are available for use by the LSUHSC) and/or negotiate all allowable non-competitive purchases to ensure that the best value is obtained for the university and the State. This includes sole source procurements and procurements exempt from competition as described in applicable Executive Orders and Revised Statutes.
• Consolidates purchases of common items to obtain maximum economic benefit for the entire agency Essential.
• Maintains records of procurement transactions and qualified vendors.

Skills

Communicating effectively

Focusing on Customers

Following Policies and Procedures

Using Data

Managing Resources

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

LSU Health New Orleans Division of Purchasing is seeking motivated highly skilled individuals for the title of Procurement Analyst 1, 2 or 3.

Under direct review from the unclassified Assistant Director of Purchasing and broad review of the Director of Purchasing, the incumbent will independently perform advanced procurements serving the entire LSU Health Sciences Center; an agency exempt from central State purchasing under RS 39:1572.B.

Thank you for your interest in a career at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. We appreciate your interest in joining our LSU Health New Orleans community. As a campus of Louisiana State University, LSU Health New Orleans offers excellent benefits including health care and retirement plans, and generous sick and vacation leave.

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ([e-mail]).

Qualifications

Three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

A bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Core competencies include:

• Communicating effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
• Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Using Data: The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
• Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value.

Job Duties

• Applies the Procurement Code in order to perform the full range of professional procurement activities for LSU HSC New Orleans. Determines the appropriate method of procurement in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Procures through proper specification development, solicitation, evaluation of bids, vendor selection, and award to the lowest responsible and responsive vendor whose bid meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the solicitation.
• Corresponds with vendor and LSU HSC New Orleans staff, verbally or written, on contract terms, pricing, deliveries, quality, and order changes. Resolves discrepancies as needed.
• Perform any and all related job duties, commensurate with the responsibilities of the position, as directed by the Assistant Director.
• Provides guidance to LSUHSC personnel and suppliers on the procurement code, as well as applicable policies and procedures relative to the appropriate method of procurement for the goods and/or services to be purchased.
• Seek out the most aggressive discounting possible (including any applicable contacts that are available for use by the LSUHSC) and/or negotiate all allowable non-competitive purchases to ensure that the best value is obtained for the university and the State. This includes sole source procurements and procurements exempt from competition as described in applicable Executive Orders and Revised Statutes.
• Consolidates purchases of common items to obtain maximum economic benefit for the entire agency Essential.
• Maintains records of procurement transactions and qualified vendors.

Position-Specific Details

This position is included in a Career Progression Group. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an (Procurement Analyst 1, 2 or 3) depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Compensation: Rate of pay starts at $16.86 for a PA 1, $18.04 for a PA 2 and $20.65 for a PA 3, rates may be adjusted dependent upon applicants’ qualifications.

Location: 433 Bolivar St. New Orleans LA 70112

Hours of Operation: 8:00am -4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Appointment Type: Probational, this position will require selected applicant to be on Probation for at least 6 months.

Pre‑employment Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: https://www.lsuhsc.edu/administration/hrm/benefits-about.aspx

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: https://www.lsuhsc.edu/administration/hrm/addtlbenefits.aspx