Job Description
The Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) advises the Mayor of the City of New York on criminal justice policy. MOCJ develops and implements strategies, with partners inside and outside government, to reduce crime and incarceration and to promote fairness and legitimacy. MOCJ works with law enforcement, city agencies, non-profits, foundations, and others to implement data-driven strategies that address current crime conditions, prevent offending, and build strong neighborhoods that ensure enduring safety.
About the Role:
Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Procurement Analyst with some latitude for independent initiative and decision making, will assist with the purchasing of goods and services and/or in processing procurement documents and contracts.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Managing Procurement Processes: Purchasing supplies and goods for agency-wide usage including identifying sourcing needs, selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of goods or services.
-Vendor Management: Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, evaluating their performance, conducting supplier audits, and resolving any issues or disputes that arise.
-Strategic Sourcing: Developing and implementing sourcing strategies to optimize costs, improve quality, and mitigate risks. This may involve identifying alternative suppliers, evaluating market trends, and conducting supplier evaluations.
-Contract Negotiation: Negotiating and finalizing contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions, pricing, and delivery schedules. This includes reviewing legal aspects and collaborating with the legal team when necessary.
-Budgeting and Cost Control: Monitoring procurement budgets, tracking expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. This involves conducting cost analysis, benchmarking, and implementing cost control measures and collaborating with the finance team when necessary.
-Inventory Management: Collaborating with the operations team to maintain optimal stock levels, minimize excess or obsolete inventory, and ensure efficient supply chain operations.
-Process Improvement: Continuously evaluating and improving procurement processes, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and streamline operations.
-Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzing procurement data, generating reports, and presenting key metrics and insights to management. This includes tracking supplier performance, cost savings, and other relevant KPIs.
Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.