IT Planning Procurement Analyst I

Boise Cascade•Boise, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be onsite in Boise, Idaho - Reporting to the Corporate IT Department. The IT Planning Procurement Analyst I will participate in the budget process, monitor expenses, coordinate budget and business plan preparation, and manage centralized purchasing. This role involves detailed data analysis of expenses and budget requirements, participation in financial allocation and closing processes, and evaluating vendor performance to ensure the highest value service. The analyst will also serve as a liaison for IT teams regarding renewals for business systems, licensing, and hardware, and participate in internal and external audits, including vendor license compliance audits. Additionally, the role supports Service Management Framework processes and organizational governance policies, demonstrating a commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Understanding of foundational accounting principles and lifecycle
Strong problem-solving skills with customer focus
Ability to manage own time effectively in fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

4-year college degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Communications and/or equivalent work experience in field.
Understand of basic project management concepts
Experience with Data Analysis and Business Intelligence applications

Responsibilities

Participate in the budget process to assure adequate appropriation of funds and monitor actual expenses and capital appropriation requests for adherence to budget.
Coordinate the preparation, review, and consolidation of Information Systems budgets and business plans.
Responsible for centralized purchasing management and administration.
Opportunities for detailed data analysis of expense and budget requirements.
Participate in IT department monthly financial allocation and closing processes.
Seek to achieve the highest value service from vendors and evaluates vendor performance according to established performance metrics.
Liaison for IT teams for various IT renewals related to business systems, licensing, and hardware.
Participate in internal and external audits including vendor license compliance audits.
Support Service Management Framework processes and organizational governance policies.
Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.