Strategic Procurement & Contracts Analyst

Sarasota County Clerk and Comptroller; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sarasota County Clerk and Comptroller's Financial Services Division seeks a Procurement Analyst to perform complex procurement and contracting activities, including vendor selection, Bid/RFP development and evaluation, and contract development and negotiation.

The role requires strong knowledge of procurement rules and internal policies, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to support teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement within the Clerk and Comptroller’s

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in governmental or highly regulated purchasing.
• Strong knowledge of procurement rules, regulations, statutes and internal policies.
• Space allocation experience is a plus.
• CPP certification is preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex procurement functions including vendor selection, Bid/RFP development and evaluation, contract development, negotiation, and maintenance.
• Monitor vendor performance, manage vendor relationships, and perform cost analysis.
• Handle contracting activities such as contract amendments, tracking, and renewals.

Skills

Vendor selection

Bid/RFP development

Contract development

Negotiation

Contract maintenance

Vendor performance monitoring

Vendor relationship management

Cost analysis

Procurement rules/regulations

Compliance with internal policies

Attention to detail

Efficiency

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Relevant Field: Business/Administration

Certified Procurement Professional (CPP)

Florida Driver’s License

Job description

The Sarasota County Clerk and Comptroller's Financial Services Division seeks a Procurement Analyst to perform complex procurement and contracting activities, including vendor selection, Bid/RFP development and evaluation, and contract development and negotiation.

The role requires strong knowledge of procurement rules and internal policies, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to support teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement within the Clerk and Comptroller’s