Procurement Business Systems Analyst I
- Employer
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Location
- Washington D.C
- Closing date
- Aug 22, 2019
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- Industry
- Delivery and Transportation
- Function
- Analyst, Purchasing Manager and Buyer, Business
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related field with business analysis and information system/technology
- In lieu of the Bachelor's degree a high school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED) and four (4) years of experience working in business analysis and information system/technology work, and business process analysis and design in Procure-to-Pay application systems; analysis and development of automated procurement systems
Experience
- Four (4) years of experience in business analysis and process design in Procure-to-Pay application systems; analysis and development of automated procurement systems. Must have proven proficiency and experience with Oracle PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management application modules version 9.1 or higher
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR PROGRESSION
- Note: Progression is not automatic nor guaranteed and is dependent on successfully completing the specified workload requirements
- Candidates for promotion to the next level must meet the minimum qualifications and work experience of the next career ladder series job before consideration for advancement
- Candidates must remain within the career ladder job for at least six months before consideration for advancement to the next career ladder job. *
- * The one-year new hire probationary period must be met according to the Local 002 Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Certification/Licensure
- N/A
Preferred
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related field with business analysis and information system/technology
Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Summary
The Procurement Business Systems Analyst I is a responsible, highly technical, analytical, confidential, professional level application software and business functional analytical position in the Office of Procurement and Materials (PRMT). This incumbent is responsible for business process analysis, process definition and changes to procure-to-pay functions. The incumbent acts as a liaison with the Information Technology (IT) team for the Authority-wide applications that impact PRMT internal and external users, for both technical and business functional issues. The Procurement Business Systems Analyst I serves as a subject matter expert in these areas. This work involves the extensive use of PeopleSoft Financial System (FIN) application modules to include Supply Chain Management, PeopleSoft EPM and PeopleSoft Query tools. The incumbent documents, maintains, troubleshoots, monitors and debugs application software. This incumbent further provides analytical support for a variety of professional functions related to the development and administration of PRMT programs and services. The Analyst I also provides data analysis and system support for all of PRMT's administrative and management activities.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a functional support analyst for PRMT regarding all direct and integrated automated systems.
- Provides process analysis and reports findings for changes and improvements.
- Assists with the coordination and monitoring of major system development, enhancement and replacement projects. Assist with project status and progress reports. Gathers business requirements and develops functional requirement documents. Tests new processes and applications in both production and non-production environments. Performs acceptance testing for all PRMT application system changes implemented by IT team.
- Performs a variety of independent activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and interpretation of procurement contract management information.
- Performs data analysis and generates monthly reports for PRMT using Structured Query Language (SQL) tools and Microsoft (MS) Excel.
- Serves as a liaison between Procurement and IT to implement new and redefined business processes, related to Procure-to-Pay (PTP) applications and processes required fixes and patches to the PTP (Procure-to-Pay) applications for data and application related issues.
- Serves as functional system support analyst in assisting PRMT management for all administrative activities related to PRMT staff management; and annual budget using Supply Chain Management, PeopleSoft EPM and Financial applications.
- Coordinates with integrated applications, including Accounts Payable, Commitment Control, Project Costing, Inventory and Maximo to improve business process efficiencies, work flows and system enhancements per Washington Metropolitan Area Transit's (WMATA) standards.
- Interacts regularly with end users, troubleshoots, production level issues related to procurement applications and security access for all PRMT users. Also provides continuous user improvements to all aspects of design and processes.
- Serves as a functional point of contact for procurement in clarifying user questions and requests.
The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
- Personal Interview
- Skills Assessments
- Verification of education and experience
- Criminal Background Check
- Credit history report for positions with fiduciary responsibilities
- Successful completion of a medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening
- Review of a current Motor Vehicle Report
Closing
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, a Federal contractor, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Our hiring process is designed to be accessible and free from discrimination.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job Descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
Company
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.
Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.
Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.
Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.
We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm
- Website
- http://www.wmata.com/
- Location
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600 Fifth St. NW
Washington
DC
20001
US
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