Corporate Procurement Business Analyst (13067, Grade 24)

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission•Riverdale, MD

10h

About The Position

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a highly motivated, analytical professional to support procurement operations through data analysis, business process improvement, contract administration support, reporting, strategic sourcing initiatives, and operational performance management. The position collaborates with stakeholders across the organization and supports procurement planning, supplier management, compliance, and continuous improvement. The role also supports business operations and analytics by collecting and analyzing operational data, preparing reports, evaluating workflows, and developing recommendations for process and technology improvements. It oversees social media and digital outreach efforts and works with the Commission’s Office of Supplier Diversity on supplier diversity metrics, reporting, participation goals, compliance, and outreach. The position helps ensure procurement activities comply with Commission policies, regulations, and ethical standards; maintains procurement and contract records; supports audits and policy development; and manages Maryland Public Information Act requests. It also provides guidance and training to internal stakeholders and participates in cross-functional teams and special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Business or Public Administration, or a related field.
Two years of progressively responsible procurement and contracting experience, including substantive work in the range of duties for this class specification.
An equivalent combination of education and experience totaling six years may be substituted.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public sector procurement.
Knowledge of competitive solicitation and contract administration processes.
Experience with enterprise resource planning systems and eProcurement platforms.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint, and other data visualization tools.
Professional certification such as CPPB, CPPO, CPSM, or Lean Six Sigma.
Knowledge of procurement principles, methods, and best practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to interpret policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
Skill in data analysis, business process evaluation, and performance measurement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prepare professional reports and presentations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

Analyze procurement activities, spending trends, supplier utilization, and contract performance.
Develop and maintain procurement reports, dashboards, and key performance metrics.
Assist with solicitation development, contract administration, and procurement planning.
Monitor procurement workflows and recommend improvements to efficiency and compliance.
Support strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives.
Collect, validate, and analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Design and generate recurring and ad hoc management reports.
Conduct process mapping and workflow analyses to enhance operational effectiveness.
Develop business cases and recommendations for process improvements and technology enhancements.
Monitor division performance metrics and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
Oversee social media and digital outreach, maintain content calendars, coordinate messaging with internal stakeholders, and measure communication effectiveness.
Collaborate with the Office of Supplier Diversity to monitor supplier diversity metrics, prepare reports, track participation goals, and support compliance and outreach.
Ensure procurement activities comply with Commission policies, procurement regulations, and ethical standards.
Assist with audit documentation and respond to information requests.
Support the development and maintenance of procurement policies, procedures, and standard operating guides.
Maintain accurate procurement and contract-related records.
Monitor and manage Maryland Public Information Act requests, maintain logs and records, analyze response trends, and improve related processes.
Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders regarding procurement processes and requirements.
Facilitate communication between departments, vendors, and procurement staff.
Conduct training and outreach on procurement procedures and best practices.
Participate in cross-functional teams and special projects.