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Senior Enterprise Sourcing Data Analysis Coordinator, UIUC - Urbana, IL

UIUC: Senior Enterprise Sourcing Data Analysis Coordinator

5/29/2015 
The University of Illinois seeks a Senior Enterprise Sourcing Data Analysis Coordinator to provide operational support and supervision of strategic contract acquisition and administration efforts of both the University of Illinois and the Illinois Public Higher Education Cooperative (IPHEC). This position will lead data analysis exercises in support of the development of strategic sourcing agreements and initiatives, as well as review University and IPHEC spend and assist in the development of targeted sourcing plans. Additional responsibilities include:

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Utilizes University and IPHEC procurement data to audit and negotiate vendor price reductions and monetary recoveries.
  2. Leads pricing team for designated RFP’s: including core list creation, establishment of scoring criteria, pricing analysis & evaluation, and reporting of contract savings.
  3. Serves as integral part of negotiation teams. Also manages negotiations on vendor projects as assigned in support of sourcing team.
  4. Collects and analyzes data from key sourcing systems and recommends contracting strategies to maximize cost savings for IPHEC or selected University contracts.
  5. Assists in development of sourcing plans and identifies targets based on spend analytics.
  6. Works in consultation with Business Information Data Analysis team to support management reporting efforts.
  7. Performs Market & Demand Analysis for designated University and IPHEC solicitations and renewals.
  8. Coordinates Vendor Management Program and annual contract spend review for designated University and IPHEC contracts.
  9. Identifies and reports performance measures & benchmarking savings relevant to designated University and IPHEC contracts. Benchmarks contracts with peer institutions.
  10. Supports the University-wide implementation of procurement technology solutions and any new IPHEC initiatives.
  11. Recommends procedures and guidelines to ensure data consistency and integrity.
  12. Provides ad-hoc reporting as needed.
  13. Serve on University and IPHEC teams as required.
  14. Prioritizes the workload of Data Analyst and Student Worker/Intern Analyst(s).

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in business, information systems, finance, data analysis, or related field with three or more years' work experience in financial systems and data analysis.
Additional requirements include: Strong IT skills in computing and database query development; expert in use of various analytical tools; expert in use of SQL and/or other tools to query University databases; knowledge of the principles and practice of procurement, with special emphasis on electronic commerce and supply chain networks; experience working with vendor negotiations and contract development; demonstrated project, managerial, and supervisory skills to establish and maintain an effective, productive work environment; demonstrated ability to understand contractual requirements as well as related spend analytics; excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively interact with University and departmental officials/staff; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent problem-solving skills to address difficult, complex issues; strong interpersonal skills that reflect courtesy, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to develop and maintain effective work relationships; demonstrated self-motivation and initiative to develop new strategies and ideas to improve organizational operations/services.
Preferred qualifications include:  CPPO/CPPB Certification; working knowledge of SCT Banner Finance &, SciQuest E-Procurement systems.

Applications

This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by June 19, 2015, at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.
Employee Relations and Human Resources
449 Henry Administration Building, MC 341
506 South Wright Street
Urbana, IL  61801
(217) 333-2600

The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.
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