Procurement Analyst

With a workforce of over 25,000 people, and opportunities in more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia is the fifth largest city in the United States and one of the largest employers in Southeastern Pennsylvania. As an employer, the City of Philadelphia operates through the guiding principles of service, integrity, respect, accountability, collaboration, diversity and inclusion. Through these principles, we strive to effectively deliver services, to resolve the challenges facing our city, and to make Philadelphia a place where all of our residents have the opportunity to reach their potential.  The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia, headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). The Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT) oversees most major technology projects for the City of Philadelphia. Our goal is to use technology as a tool that empowers City employees and ensures residents receive timely, accessible government services.Under the general supervision of the Director and/or Manager, the IT Administrative Analyst is responsible for documenting procedures related to procurement, inventory management, and disposal of computer hardware and peripherals. The role also includes processing requests for IT‑related items through various purchasing channels, overseeing the disposal of computer hardware, and performing additional administrative functions as needed. Essential FunctionsProcess incoming hardware and software purchase requestsCreate purchase orders and approve vendor invoicesIntake of new equipment, including documentation and affixing City asset tagsComplete inventory transfer forms to ensure assets are assigned to designated custodiansAnnual completion of Class 400 Inventory Report distributed to the unitGeneral administrative tasks, such as maintaining accurate records of the departmental budgetEstablish and maintain working relationships with associates, administrative officials, and departmental officials within City governmentMaintain positive relationships with vendorsDocument current processes and ensure documents are up to dateCompetencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to evaluate the effectiveness of administrative functions and implement changes to provide for more effective and efficient operationsBasic understanding of administrative procedures and philosophies for local governmentProficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and AccessMust be able to work in a confidential work environmentCapable of working independently or in a teamAbility to think critically and identify solutions to complex administrative and operational challengesManage multiple tasks and deadline goals with/without supervision in a dynamic environmentCollaborate with different teams and develop working relationshipsHighly detail-oriented and organizedAbility to exercise sound and independent judgmentAbility to lift at least 50 pound...