Skills

Negotiation Research

Job Specifications

The Procurement Analyst ensure that products and services are procured in the best interest of the state. This position is responsible for obtaining information technology (IT) related goods and services required by the agency. This position is responsible for the evaluation of IT vendors and contracts including the Requests for Quotes (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Information (RFI). This role is project based and is required to work on projects requiring; research, negotiation skills, and evaluation of services and be able to make a recommendation based on their research. They would provide recommendation of supplier selections based on research. They support the business areas in evaluations of goods or services and are able to provide support in negotiations.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible at an agency-wide level for the financial and procurement functions related to IT products and services. This includes Software, Software as a Service (SaaS), Hardware (Desktop, Data Center), Cloud Infrastructure, Telecommunications, IT implementation, Advisory and Managed Services, and new and emerging technologies.

This position applies broad theoretical job knowledge obtained through advanced education, knowledge of IT products and services, statewide procurement rules and regulation, and financial principals to procure new and existing IT products and services. Works independently with general supervision. The position will be assigned procurements that are difficult but not typically complex in nature. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

Required Skills

Procurement experience

Preferred Skills

IT Asset Management
Software Licensing experience
Present reports on data
Google Workstation
Excel experience
Invoice experience

About the Company

VASG Inc has a strong reputation as a business and information technology consulting company. We assist enterprises, organizations and government agencies maximize their corporate information in their database using best in breed, best in class Business Intelligence software solutions.. Our values are integrity, leading change, excellence, and respect for the individual, learning and sharing. Our success is based on our ability to be flexible while adhering to a strict project management methodology. Large and small... Know more