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Data Analytics Specialist - Hybrid
AVP Budget and Business Ops
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Sponsorship for Work authorization is not available for this position.
The Data Analytics Specialist is responsible for coordinating the timely completion of data analysis activities and serves as the department's liaison to other purchasing units, the Office of Procurement Diversity, and other System units. The Data Analytics Specialist is also responsible for contract administration.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Coordinate the completion of data analytic reports (45%):
- Assist in the assignment of analytics report requests
- Assist in defining report requirements
- Request inputs from key stakeholders
- Conduct research to aid in the completion of reports
- Manage calendar of deliverables
- Distribute completed reports to applicable constituents
- Maintain a library of completed/final reports
- Serve as a liaison to other purchasing units, IPHEC, Office of Procurement Diversity, and other System units. (20%)
- Meet periodically with each purchasing office to identify upcoming data analysis needs
- Identify recurring reporting needs across the four purchasing units
- Provide training on self-service analytics tools (e.g., Tableau)
- Assist in the identification of potential strategic procurement opportunities
- Review, benchmark, and create cost-benefit analyses of contract pricing against other universities, consortia, or other contracts available to the System.
- Administer contracts (30%)
- Serve as the main point of contact for contractual issues that arise during the term of a contract
- Monitor contractual agreements for continued compliance with the Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500/) and the Administrative Code (Title 44, Part 4)
- Provide technical assistance to vendors to resolve deficiencies affecting the administration of contracts
- Identify areas of spend off of contractual agreements and establish plans to address non-use of contractual agreements
- Manage implementation and transition plans for new contractual agreements between the System and new vendors
- Create and route communications describing the terms of new agreements
- Present information about new agreements to the other purchasing units and key stakeholders
- Facilitate and test e-procurement catalog implementations
- Manage the expiration or termination of contractual agreements
- Create and distribute communications to end-users and key stakeholders when a contractual agreement is expiring or terminating
- Identify areas where additional supplier diversity goals may be achieved
- Address any outstanding deliverables or payment issues under the expiring/terminated agreement
- Conduct ongoing vendor performance review meetings based on contractual agreement
- Construct plans to mitigate contractual issues which have arisen throughout the term of the contract, including the development of supplier management plans as needed
- Identify new products available from catalog suppliers
- Receive, track, and audit contractual agreement incentive payments
- Perform other assigned duties appropriate for the position of Data Analytics Project Coordinator. (5%)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position is required.
- Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience in an area such as procurement or supply chains.
Preferred:
- CPPO Certification
- CPPB Certification
- CPSM Certification
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES-
Ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize work assignments to produce accurate, detail-oriented work while meeting stringent deadlines.
- Knowledge of the Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500/) and the Administrative Code (Title 44, Part 4) in relation to the procurement bidding and contract processes is desirable.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook), Internet Explorer, Skype for Business and familiarity with procurement documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and database software.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present information and respond to colleagues and others seeking guidance and/or clarification about departmental operations and services.
- Ability to prepare procurement correspondence and other documents (including financial reports) that are clear, effective, and concise.
- Ability to interpret, apply, and/or develop policies and procedures related to procurement.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with others.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive documents.
- Knowledge and familiarity with the e-procurement system (iBuy), Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP)-Banner, and the Travel and Expense Management (TEM) system is preferred.
- Other desirable qualifications include: experience working with procurement in a higher education institution; and knowledge about accounting principles and practices.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
This is a 100% Full Time Civil Service Business/Administrative Associate position. The expected start date is as soon as possible.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $55,000.00 - 65,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES & DEADLINE INFORMATION
For full consideration, please click the APPLY NOW link on this page to submit an application on the university portal accepting applications for this system office position by 6 pm on 6/5/2026. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
System HR Talent contact: Bree Smith at [email protected] is available for further information on this specific search.
System Human Resource Services
(217) 333-2600
[email protected]
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the System Human Resource Services, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at 217-333-2600, or by emailing [email protected].
Requisition ID: 9000983
Job Category: Civil Service
Campus Location: Urbana
Linkedin Code: #LI-BS1
