Purchasing Analyst

Requisition No: 874682 

Agency: Financial Services

Working Title: PURCHASING ANALYST (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 43004305

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 43004305 

Salary:  $45,060.11 - $65,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/11/2026 

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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

CLASS TITLE: PURCHASING ANALYST (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION)

DIVISION: OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

BUREAU: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

CITY: TALLAHASSEE

COUNTY: LEON

SPECIAL NOTES:

Four (4) years of relevant purchasing experience is required. A post-secondary degree in Business Administration or related fields may be used as an alternative for the years of experience on a year-for-year basis.

Additional requirements:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
• Proficient in the English Language

Minimum Qualifications for this position include the following REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of procurement, purchasing, and contract administration
• Knowledge of State of Florida Contract Management and Procurement Statutes, Policies, Procedures and Practices
• Knowledge of vendor management and supply chain processes
• Knowledge of administrative procedures, records management, and documentation standards
• Knowledge of conducting inventory activities
• Knowledge of computer software and applications to include Microsoft Office Suite
• Skill in analytical thinking and cost analysis
• Skill in effective written and verbal communication
• Skill in critical thinking and problem-solving
• Skill in attention to detail and accuracy
• Skills in organizational and time management
• Ability to interpret and apply procurement laws, rules, and policies
• Ability to manage multiple procurement actions simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and stakeholders
• Ability to resolve procurement and contract issues
• Ability to ensure compliance and maintain accurate records
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing

This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.

This position may be required to occasionally perform duties other than those listed on the position description.

Salary Range: $45,060.11 to $65,000.00 per year.

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This position is responsible for procuring goods and services in support of agency operations in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and policies. This position performs professional-level procurement work, including preparing solicitations, evaluating vendor responses, administering contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in procurement activities, provides guidance to program areas, and supports cost-effective and compliant purchasing operations.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.