Procurement Compliance Analyst

About the role

The office for this position will be located at the Harry S Truman State Office Building, 301 W High Street, Jefferson City, MO 65102. This position is a great opportunity for professionals at any career stage, including recent college graduates to build skills in compliance, reporting, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor-submitted reports and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with statewide contract requirements.
• Review notifications of newly awarded contracts, establish and maintain contractor reporting records, and coordinate follow-up activities to ensure reporting and compliance processes are initiated and maintained.
• Identify missing, incomplete, or inaccurate reports, conduct data analysis to identify discrepancies or areas of concern and follow up with contractors as needed.
• Accurately enter contractor-reports and related data into designated compliance databases and tracking tools.
• Generate and compile reports from compliance databases to provide statistical insights to management and department stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve data quality, streamline compliance processes, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with division policies and procedures, while staying informed of procurement regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Communicate with state agencies to monitor contract status and ensure timely completion of requested information.
• Perform data entry and administrative tasks as needed to support compliance tracking and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. (Substitution on the bachelor's degree may be allowed if 4 or more years of relevant procurement experience)
• Desirable for the candidate to have 1-3 years of relevant procurement or audit experience.

Skills

• Ability to work independently in assessing and managing priorities and ownership of responsibilities.
• Ability to analyze information, apply relevant guidelines, and draw logical, evidence-based conclusions.
• Organized and detail oriented with effective written and oral communication skills.
• Adaptable to change, meeting deadlines, and working with teams.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, department staff, and vendors.
• Experience with computers, desktop applications including Microsoft Office products.
• Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.
• Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.