Strategic Sourcing Analyst, Research
FIN Supply Chain Management
Full Time
81962BR
Job Summary
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with an understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures; identifies and resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways. Works on research product categories of diverse scope and complexity where analysis and strategic proposals require engagement with UCSF's research customers, campus stakeholders, suppliers, and data analyses. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Cultivates contacts within the Finance organization, across UCSF, and with suppliers.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
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Department Description
Strategic Sourcing, a unit within UCSF Supply Chain Management, focuses on identifying and executing against strategic opportunities to save time, money and reduce supply risks for identified clients. By negotiating deals that take advantage of the combined buying power of UCSF and/or the UC enterprise and their affiliates, this high-performing team aggressively cuts costs for common goods and services while increasing quality.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
- 3+ years of relevant progressive experience
- Strong ability to independently gather, organize, and perform analytical or sourcing assignments
- Strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner verbally and in writing
- Strong organizational, meeting facilitation, and decision-making skills
- Advanced listening and communication skills, including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally.
- Has an excellent ability to build trust
- Produces reports that are well-reasoned and well-written
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
- Experience supporting stakeholders in an academic research setting
- Knowledge of research suppliers and their products and services
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing policies, practices, and systems
- Experience working in a lab environment or directly supporting PI's, Lab Managers, or Researchers
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
008827 STRAT SOURCING PROFL 3
Job Category
Professional (Non-Clinical)
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Mission Center Building (SF)
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F, 8am - 5pm