Strategic IT Procurement & Contracts Analyst

Taleo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) seeks an IT Procurement Analyst 2 to review, analyze, and approve IT acquisition requests for multiple agencies within Ohio. The role involves providing procurement support for complex IT projects, assessing merit and cost effectiveness, and directing requisitions in OhioBuys to DAS and ODJFS contracts.

The position expects strong analytical skills, knowledge of IT sourcing practices, and collaboration with leadership to drive operational

Qualifications

• 48 mos. exp in computer programming.
• AND 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in computer systems analysis & design.
• AND 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in computer hardware, software & communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, evaluate, and approve requests for acquisition of information technology (IT) hardware, software, education, consulting services, and maintenance for the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS), County Departments of Job and Family Services (CDJFS), Children Services Boards, and Child Support Enforcement Agencies (CSEAs).
• Provide IT procurement assistance for IT projects which involve large numbers of technical variables (e.g., multiple computing platforms; multiple agency interfaces; conversion efforts; newly developed/unique technologies).
• Analyze IT requests in terms of merit, cost effectiveness, agency utilization, and strategic plan consistency to determine appropriate acquisition action.
• Review and approve requisitions in OhioBuys for IT-related purchases from both Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and ODJFS administered contracts.
• Research IT trends and innovations and advises leadership on how to leverage them for operational improvements.

Skills

Information Technology

Contract Negotiation

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Interpreting Data

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Job description

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) seeks an IT Procurement Analyst 2 to review, analyze, and approve IT acquisition requests for multiple agencies within Ohio. The role involves providing procurement support for complex IT projects, assessing merit and cost effectiveness, and directing requisitions in OhioBuys to DAS and ODJFS contracts.

The position expects strong analytical skills, knowledge of IT sourcing practices, and collaboration with leadership to drive operational