• Job Description

  Req#: 4024978

  Performs various administrative, analytical, and reporting functions in support of departmental programs, projects, and services. Gathers, consolidates, processes, tracks, and analyzes data and information using automated systems. Utilizes data findings to provide recommendations regarding departmental policies, procedures, and services. Handles various department related questions and issues.

  Duties and Responsibilities:

  The incumbent is responsible for executing the duties and responsibilities listed below and other duties as assigned. Some positions may require working before, during, or after an emergency or disaster at the department's discretion.

  • Gathers and analyzes business requirements and identifies potential suppliers; develops formal scorecards for key vendors and supports the delivery of quarterly and annual business reviews

  • Evaluates department and vendor performance using quantitative data based on cost, quality, service level metrics, and provides input and support to continuous improvement programs areas to meet the department/organization's needs.

  • Assesses current practices and collects information and analyzes trends to determine organizational objectives.

  • Provides monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews to leadership and other key stakeholders.

  • Develops, maintains, and improves key procurement dashboards and performance metrics to monitor and track internal performance to report and increase visibility for leadership groups and other stakeholders.

  • Serves as knowledgeable point of contact by translating business needs into actionable analytics, assisting with the management of procurement strategies and programs, and providing focused support to procurement resources on ad hoc requests for departments or vendor issue resolution.

  • Assists with the creation and implementation of programs to assess and promote vendor performance and development.

  • Collaborates and communicates with various individuals and entities as needed to gather or disseminate data and information related to departmental programs, projects, and services.

  
  

  Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
  If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .
  
  This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

  Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in a directly related field from an accredited college or university

  • Three (3) years of directly related experience

  OR

  • Associate's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university

  • Five (5) years of directly related work experience

  OR

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution

  • Seven (7) years of directly related work experience

  
  

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong knowledge in analyzing data to draw business-relevant conclusion and in data visualization techniques and tools.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and other related software.

  • Experience in designing and developing dashboards & reports by using Tableau, Power BI, Qlik etc.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.

  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

  • Knowledge of department/field specific subject matter.

  • Knowledge and experience with best practice processes, tools, and procurement/spend systems data and analysis.

  • Ability to keep information confidential.

  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

  • Ability to successfully support diverse company initiatives and business issues.

  • Ability to develop relationships with key business partners using data to support recommendations and drive insights.

  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, and time sensitive environment.

  
  

  NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

  • Prior purchasing/procurement related experience

  Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

  • Regular Full-time

  • Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

    • Flexible work schedule

    
    

    Salary:
    
    • Depends on Qualifications
    • Based on 26 Pay Periods

    
    

  Location:

  • Harris County Purchasing Office Building - 1111 Fannin St 12th Floor Houston, TX 77002

  
  

  Work Environment and Physical Demands:

  • This job operates in a professional environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.

  • This is a large sedentary role that may require sitting for long periods of time.

  
  

  Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
  
  Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

• About the company

  Office of Commissioner Tom S. Ramsey, P.E.

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