Procurement Technology Solutions Analyst

University of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Denver's System Administration seeks a Procurement Technology Solutions Analyst to support the procure-to-pay platform, Travel and Expense system, and related PeopleSoft Finance integrations. You will handle day-to-day support, testing, and continuous improvement to ensure reliable operation and a positive user experience.

You will collaborate with Procurement Services, University Information Services, Finance, software vendors, and campus users to troubleshoot issues,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting procure-to-pay (P2P) platforms and Travel &Expense systems.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft Finance integrations.
• Ability to troubleshoot, configure, test, and document procurement technologies.
• Strong collaboration across departments and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional and technical support for P2P and Travel & Expense systems.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues; escalate as needed.
• Assist with configuration, testing, and deployment of system updates.
• Coordinate with vendors and campus users to implement improvements.
• Support automation and workflow enhancements in procurement processes.

Skills

P2P platform

PeopleSoft Finance

System monitoring

Testing & QA

Vendor coordination

Tools

PeopleSoft

ERP integrations

Job description

Procurement Technology Solutions Analyst

University of Colorado Denver

Procurement Technology Solutions Analyst-40835

University Staff

Description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!

At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community, a sense of belonging, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.

By joining our team, you'll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher education. In addition to the Office of the Board of Regents, the University of Colorado's system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CU's campuses in Aurora, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Denver, as well as the Office of the President. While not a part of any one campus, we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together, we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education, groundbreaking research, and valuable service to our communities.

We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced, enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue. If you're passionate about making a difference, contributing to a dynamic team, and supporting a mission that matters, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey.

Position Summary:

The Procurement Technology Solutions Analyst supports the University's enterprise procurement technology applications, including the procure-to-pay (P2P) system, Travel and Expense system, and related integrations with PeopleSoft Finance. This position is responsible for the day-to-day support, maintenance, testing, and continuous improvement of these systems to ensure reliable operation and a positive user experience.

Working collaboratively with Procurement Services, University Information Services, Finance, software vendors, and campus users, this position investigates system issues, supports application configuration, performs testing for system updates and enhancements, and assists with implementing technology improvements. The Solutions Analyst exercises independent judgment in resolving routine and moderately complex issues, contributes to process improvements, and helps ensure that procurement technology solutions continue to meet the operational needs of the University.

This position reports to the Procurement Solutions Architect and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified System.

Where You Will Work:

Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration.

This role is eligible to work remotely within Colorado.

Please note, leadership may adjust in-office work requirements with a minimum of three months' notice before any change can be implemented.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Enterprise Application Support

• Provide functional and technical support for the University's Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platform, Travel and Expense system, and related procurement technologies.

• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot system issues, escalating complex problems when appropriate.

• Support system administration activities, including configuration and maintenance within established standards.

• Monitor integrations between procurement systems and PeopleSoft Finance to ensure successful processing and resolve interface issues.

• Serve as a point of contact between business users and third-party vendors to assist with issue resolution and system support.

• Support procurement orchestration platforms and related workflow automation technologies used to streamline procurement processes and improve operational efficiency.

System Configuration, Testing & Enhancements

• Assist with the configuration and maintenance of procurement technology solutions to support business requirements.

• Participate in implementing system enhancements, upgrades, and new functionality.

• Develop and execute unit, integration, and user acceptance testing to validate system changes.

• Document testing results, identify defects, and work with technical teams and vendors to resolve issues.

• Support release activities by validating system functionality following updates and maintenance.

Business Process & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Procurement Services and campus stakeholders to understand business needs and identify opportunities to improve system functionality and user experience.

• Recommend process improvements based on operational experience and system capabilities.

• Assist in documenting business processes, system configurations, and support procedures.

• Support technology initiatives that improve procurement operations through automation, workflow enhancements, and other emerging technologies.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities to automate manual