Senior Data & Procurement Analyst (Management Systems Analyst, Senior)

City of Seattle, WA

$117K — $136K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, finance, computer science, data science, or a related field.
  • Three (3) years of experience with complex systems or analysis.
  • Experience with government procurement (preferred but not required).
  • Experience with PeopleSoft 9.2 or similar systems (preferred but not required).
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in analytical software like Excel and Power BI.

Responsibilities

  • Leads purchasing activities across SDOT, providing training and advice to staff.
  • Coordinates procurement efforts, supporting large procurement projects.
  • Manages and troubleshoots purchase order and invoice issues in PeopleSoft.
  • Enhances procurement systems through user testing and report development.
  • Performs complex data analysis using tools like Excel and Tableau.
  • Provides customer and technical support for procurement systems.
  • Develops and maintains process documentation and workflows.

Benefits

  • Flexible/Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days remote).
  • Opportunity to work in a diverse and multicultural workplace.
  • Engagement in data-driven decision-making that affects citywide policies.
Full Job Description
Salary: $56.23 - $65.54 Hourly
Location : Bank of America Plaza, 800 5th Ave, 30th Floor, Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Seattle Department of Transportation
Division: Finance & Administration
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/4/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Position Description

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is looking for a collaborative, systems-focused Senior Data and Procurement Analyst to help us keep our core procurement and financial tools running smoothly. In this role, you'll apply advanced expertise in PeopleSoft 9.2, the Citywide Contract Management System (CCMS), and related reporting tools. You'll work closely with the Data and Procurement Supervisor and lead efforts to improve system functionality, streamline reporting, and ensure our workflows stay aligned with citywide policies and standards.

We're seeking someone who understands purchasing operations inside and out. You'll create and adjust PeopleSoft purchase orders, troubleshoot complex encumbrance issues, support consultant and public works contracts, and guide teams through major financial activities like year-end processing. You'll also coordinate procurement efforts, develop policies and procedures, and train staff across SDOT to strengthen system use and operational readiness. Strong analytical skills, comfort with technical problem solving, and the ability to work both independently and across teams are essential. Your work will directly support SDOT's mission by improving procurement reliability, ensuring timely vendor payments, and enabling data-driven decisions that advance equity, WMBE goals, and overall departmental efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

  • Leads SDOT-wide purchasing activities: Advise staff, provide training, and assist with consultants and public works contract payment processes and purchase orders.
  • Coordinates procurement efforts: Support the development of blanket contract requests and large procurement efforts.
  • Manages and Troubleshoots Invoice and PO Issues: In PS 9.2 creates, adjusts, and troubleshoots Purchase Orders (PO) for Consultant Contracts, Public Works, and Purchasing invoices.
  • Enhance CCMS and other system features: Conduct user testing, troubleshoot issues, and develop dashboards and reports using Power BI. Develop power automate flows to update reports and data flow.
  • Perform complex data analysis: Use tools like Excel and Tableau to create performance reports and insights.
  • Provide customer and technical support: Serve as the primary resource for procurement systems and data processes.
  • Develop process documentation: Maintain workflows and system improvements, including Power BI dashboards.
  • Implement process improvements: Track union notification requirements and support compliance.
  • Support Department spending goals: Develop work plans and goals, supporting equity goals through accurate reporting on WMBE and social justice objectives.
  • Maintain SharePoint sites: Update and maintain SharePoint sites, ensure documents and information presented is accurate and updated.

Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, computer science, data science or a related field.

Experience:
  • Three (3) years of previous experience with complex systems, operations, procedures, research or analysis.

OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.

Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:
  • One year of government procurement experience
  • Experience with PeopleSoft 9.2 or other Oracle or financial systems.
  • Advanced proficiency in using Excel, Access, SharePoint, Power BI, or other analytical software.
  • Familiarity and/or experience with data cubes, Power Automate, Power BI, and Adobe Sign.
  • Lean certification and/or knowledge about leaning systems and procedures out.
  • High level of customer service experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while keeping supervisors informed of progress and issues.
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing work conditions and priorities.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.

Other Requirements:
Work Environment:
  • Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of work is completed in a City office, and 2 days of work is completed remotely in a regular 40-hour work week.

Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.

Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
  1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
  2. Supplemental questionnaire responses
  3. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
  4. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.

This position is a highly technical role. A working test may be administered during the interview process to assess technical acumen and skillset.

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including professional work and education verifications.

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The City's full salary range for this position is $56.23 - $65.54 hourly.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Ryan Jones at

Do you have a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, computer science or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No

Do you three (3) years of experience with complex financial computer systems, procedures, research and analysis?
  • Yes
  • No

List Analytical and technical programs you have experience with and your level of proficiency (beginner, intermediate, expert):
Briefly describe your previous experience with purchasing processes and software programs (list the programs).
Do you understand that your application will not be reviewed if you are missing a resume, cover letter, supplemental question responses and a completed online application?
  • Yes
  • No

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