Purchasing Analyst, Financial Services R0150827

Purchasing Analyst, Financial Services

Under the direction of the Executive Director, Purchasing Manager, or Senior Purchasing Analyst, the Purchasing Analyst is responsible for administering a wide range of procurement activities, including competitive solicitations, purchase orders, and contract management. This position independently performs procurement functions in compliance with Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) policies, Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), UNLV policies and procedures, and public procurement best practices.

The Purchasing Analyst supports departmental, divisional, and university objectives and goals while providing high-quality service to campus stakeholders.

• Administer procurements including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, sole source procurements, purchase orders, construction solicitations, and contracts.
• Prepare, negotiate, award, and administer contracts for goods and services throughout the full contract lifecycle.
• Review, create, issue, and manage purchase orders and change orders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and closeout.
• Conduct market research and proactively assess opportunities to consolidate individual requests into campus-wide procurements to improve efficiency and pricing.
• Ensure compliance with legal, insurance, and regulatory requirements in all procurement and contracting activities.
• Coordinate and lead pre‑bid meetings, job walks, bid openings, evaluations, negotiations, and award recommendations.
• Expedite orders and resolve supplier or departmental disputes in a timely and fair manner.
• Support major procurement projects and ongoing contract administration efforts.
• Provide responsive, solutions‑oriented customer service to faculty, staff, and external suppliers, serving as a knowledgeable resource on procurement policies, procedures, and available contracts.
• Identify opportunities to achieve measurable cost savings and cost avoidance through competitive sourcing, contract consolidation, negotiation strategies, and proactive procurement planning.
• Contribute to measurable cost savings and cost avoidance by evaluating requisitions, identifying cooperative or existing contract options, requesting cost reductions, or obtaining additional quotes when appropriate.

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1‑3 years of purchasing experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

Higher Education or public procurement experience preferred, especially within the State of Nevada.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary range is $70,000–$75,000. Unable to offer more than stated salary.

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels:
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• Support and resources available for veteran applicants

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and…