IT Sourcing Analyst - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

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Description

IT Sourcing Analyst Up to 11 months

Job Number:

47052

The Open City & Technology Branch is looking for an expert in information technology procurement, contract management, vendor relationship management, and strategic contract analysis to assist business areas across the organization with meeting their technology requirements.

The IT Sourcing Analyst will work as a liaison, building connections between the Vendor Management Office, the City's vendor community, and business areas across the organization to establish relationships, increase communication, improve contract completion times and cost savings.

With a focus on the City of Edmonton's Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

Provide business analysis and consultation relating to the acquisition and ongoing contractual management of a diverse range of hardware and software technology solutions, as well as related support and professional services
Review client requirements and select the most appropriate procurement option
Prepare necessary documents, lead or facilitate contract negotiations, RFPs and RFIs, including coordinating with other stakeholders from the business, Legal Services, and Corporate Procurement
Initiate the contract renewal process through review of existing contractual deadlines
Track and manage all aspects of a contract for its performance, compliance, and total cost of ownership through every stage from execution to renewal or expiration
Create and maintain effective and positive working relationships across the City's vendor network to support the acquisition of all IT hardware, software, and related services while providing optimal value to the City
Identify and implement enhanced efficiencies associated with vendor governance
Track, measure, report and evaluate vendor performance; mitigating and addressing with the vendor when poor performance has been measured
Understand and translate contract terms and conditions to provide detailed translated knowledge to clients and mitigate risks of the organization
Develop and document processes and participate in process assessments and enhancements related to contract lifecycle management
Monitor contract execution and progress and escalate issues when required
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

One of these combinations of education and experience:
A 2-year post-secondary diploma in a related discipline (e.g., business, law) and 3 years of IT sourcing experience, or
A 1year related certificate and 4 years of IT sourcing experience
A Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is an asset
Train in Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITLT) Foundations or higher is an asset
Certification in Business Process Management (e.g., LEAN, Six Sigma) is an asset
Knowledge of basic concepts of contracting and contract governance from a legal standpoint
Familiarity with City bylaws and directives, as well as provincial and federal regulations, related to procurement
General knowledge of IT technology hardware and software
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively and comfortably across multiple mediums (written, verbal) and at multiple levels (strategic to tactical)
A high level of fluency and capability with the Google Suite and SAP
The ability to work on multiple items simultaneously while staying organized, assessing and prioritizing as necessary
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City's Cultural Commitments, please visit
Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City's six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City's leadership competencies, please visit
Applicants may be tested

_ Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months_

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range:
$ $ Hourly); $76, $95, Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant:
HJM/RA

IND123

Classification Title:
IT Sourcing Analyst - 8 hours

Posting Date:
Jun 16, 2023

Closing Date:
Jun 30, :59:00 PM (MDT)

Number of Openings (up to): - Temporary Full-time

Union:
CSU 52

Department:
Open City and Technology

Work Location(s): Century Place, 19th Floor, A Avenue Edmonton T5J 3A3