Management Analyst IV (FMS)

City of Houston•Houston, TX

About The Position

Houston Water is seeking an energetic, flexible, self-motivated Management Analyst IV to support the procurement/requisition section within Financial Management Services (FMS), serving the DWO Branch of the Houston Water Division. Houston Water is a regulated public health agency responsible for drinking water and wastewater services. The role supports procurement operations in a fast-paced, high-volume business environment and works with operational and budgeted purchasing needs. This is a Tier 2 disaster preparedness, response, and recovery position. The employee is responsible for working and being available to work during a natural disaster or catastrophic event. The position is physically comfortable, with discretion about walking and standing. The stated work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field; experience cannot substitute for the degree requirement.
Six years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration, or a closely related field.
A master’s degree in a field directly related to the job may substitute for two years of the experience requirement.
No license is required.

Nice To Haves

Detail orientation and exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
Experience with research and analyses involving project planning, scoping, budgeting, procurement, and scheduling.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of conducting analyses and evaluating program return on investment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Proficiency in enterprise finance software; SAP is preferred.
A degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain and Operations Management, or Finance, as noted in the position overview.
Experience in procurement, contracts, and budgets; familiarity with legal regulations governing procurement; ability to collaborate in a team and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume business operations environment.
Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference if they meet the stated qualifications and other applicable criteria.

Responsibilities

Create requisitions in SAP for assigned DWO cost centers’ operations and maintenance and capital-budgeted items.
Review and analyze purchase orders for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures.
Support section operations and respond promptly to queries and correspondence.
Research vendors and evaluate their ability to provide, and the availability of, quality materials, equipment, and services.
Assist in interpreting and disseminating administrative policies and procedures related to procurement.
Assist in interpreting contract provisions and ensure purchasing requests comply with existing contracts.
Guide departmental staff in activities necessary to achieve operational goals.
Prepare reports, analyze datasets, and maintain records of purchases and other activities.
Stay informed about industry standards and the types, features, and quality of products and suppliers by reviewing catalogs, technical and industrial publications, and other sources.
Create presentations for training purposes.
Develop appropriate performance indicators, status reports, and standard operating procedures within the work group.
Participate actively during budget season and outside the budget cycle to coordinate and resolve procurement issues involving capital and non-capital items.
Complete other special projects as assigned.
Work and remain available during natural disasters or catastrophic events as part of Tier 2 disaster preparedness, response, and recovery responsibilities.