Strategic Sourcing Analyst
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 14, 2021
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Position Details
Requisition Number
S811P
Home Org Name
Procurement and Business Services
Division Name
VP for Bus-Fin & CFO
Position Title
Strategic Sourcing Analyst
Job Class Code
ED20
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Provides strategic sourcing analysis and management of current and potential procurement activities of Auburn University.
Essential Functions
1. Analyzes purchasing patterns to identify new opportunities for preferred vendor contracts.
2. Assists in the development, evaluation, and presentation of various information, including cost benefit analysis, to AU stakeholders; maintains proactive communications with stakeholders.
3. Fosters and manages relationships between AU and vendors/suppliers.
4. Negotiates pricing, terms, and conditions of agreements.
5. Reviews and approves contracts.
6. Conducts monthly price and comparison audits for existing contracts.
7. Conducts quarterly business reviews with vendors/suppliers.
May be responsible for training, assisting or assigning tasks to others. May provide input to performance reviews of other employees.
The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.
Education Level
Bachelor’s degree
Field of Study
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
Years of Experience
No experience required for entry level
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Level II – 2 years of experience in procurement-related services and analysis
Level III – 4 years of experience in procurement-related services and analysis
Level I Grade 31 $31,300 – $52,100
Level II Grade 32 $35,000 – $58,400
Level III Grade 33 $39,300 – $65,500
Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
Excellent communications and critical thinking skills, professionalism, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
Knowledge of State of Alabama bid law. Experience within higher education procurement.
Experience in Microsoft Excel.
Proficiency in written and verbal communication.
Salary Grade
31
Salary Range
$31,300 - $65,500
Job Category
Business/Accounting/Finance
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
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Posting Date
05/14/2021
Closing Date
EEO Statement
A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/22832
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
- AU Employment website
- Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
- Veterans Assistance Services
- Disability Assistance Services
- Newspaper
- Professional Journal
- Listserv
- HR email
- Social Media
- State Employment Service
- Walk-in
- Other
- * Please select the answer that best describes your current
employment relationship with Auburn University.
- Not a current Auburn employee
- Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
- Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
- * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting,
Finance, Business Administration, or related field?
- Yes
- No
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