Senior Management Analyst (Limited Period, Purchasing & Contracts)

$118,802 - $178,203/Yr

City Of Mountain View - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Mountain View, CA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Senior Management Analyst position within the Purchasing and Support Services Division of the Finance and Administrative Services Department is a critical role focused on analyzing, preparing, and administering contracts and procurements city-wide. This position ensures compliance with city policies and financial terms while having a direct impact on departmental operations. The role requires a blend of analytical skills and contract management expertise, making it ideal for professionals looking to leverage their experience in a meaningful way.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an interdepartmental liaison for software procurements, contract preparation and review, and contractual risk analysis.
• Review and help prepare request for proposals, proposals, contracts, certificates of insurance, and similar documents.
• Prepare and manage complex solicitations, contracts, and related documents; prepare analysis and reports for program compliance.
• Perform detailed financial and nonfinancial analysis, research, and prepare written reports and correspondence.
• Conduct surveys and perform research and statistical analyses on administrative, fiscal, and operational issues; recommend and implement an effective course of action.
• Compile and analyze data to assess cost, operational feasibility, and other aspects of programs and special projects; prepare reports and make recommendations on the formulation of policy and procedure, often with City-wide impact.
• Develop procurement and contract training resources used to provide guidance to internal City staff; perform outreach to City departments and contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business, or a related field.
• Three years of increasingly responsible professional-level experience in procurement, contract management and evaluation, complex financial and/or data analysis, policy development, and report-writing.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License.

Nice-to-haves

• A master's degree in public administration, business, law, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Experience in contracts management (preparing, reviewing, and negotiating contracts) and contractual risk evaluation.
• Experience with complex procurements and contracts including software.
• Experience at a public agency with procurement or contracts.
• Possession of a Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Juris Doctorate (JD), or equivalent.