OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.
Job Summary:Under supervision of the Head of Procurement, the Procurement Analyst will work heavily
with OpenGov’s many internal stakeholders to initiate timely Procurement Practices, assist
with Procurement Requisition generation, Vendor relationship management and related
spend reporting/management of the company.
Responsibilities:Build relationships with existing and new vendors, including Value Added Resellers as well as manufacturers
Collaborate across departments to ensure we have an effective end-to-end procurement process including sourcing and evaluation frameworks, negotiation and contracting, and renewals
Apply strategies for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, quality improvements and process efficiencies including understanding OpenGov demand for software/services, working with end-users to consolidate needs and working to consolidate spend across different departments and suppliers
Participate in monthly Meetings with Stakeholder Leadership, Functional Team
Review reporting groups to ensure initiatives are completed
Ensure we maintain accurate inventory of all hardware and software utilizing an
Asset Management system and a streamlined procurement process, by using skills in asset management and OpenGov tooling (i.e., SaaS Management)
Collaborate with teams across the organization to assist in the procurement process for all software entering the corporate environment
Act as a point of contact throughout the software procurement process, working with a variety of stakeholders, to ensure business goals are met
Assist with Procurement Requisition generation in Airbase, help track stakeholder approvals and Vendor contact interface
Serve as liaison between Procurement, IT , Legal, Finance and leadership stakeholders on sourcing initiatives and spend tracking
Participate in cross-functional teams under the direction of the Strategic Sourcing
Manager to facilitate RFP administration
Serve as the single point of contact (customers and suppliers) during the RFP process leading pre-bid meetings, responding to supplier inquiries, etc.
Update stakeholders of project plans and status. Identify potential suppliers (including diverse suppliers), evaluating qualifications and internal support for inclusion
Develop and customize various Excel templates such as RFx, pricing, and proposal evaluation to Identify areas of cost inefficiencies
Assist with constructing and managing Total-Cost-of-Ownership templates, pricing models and financial reports to help measure & rationalize bidder pricing
Assist with the preparation of monthly procurement reporting, tracking key metrics such as approval cycle times, cost savings/dollars avoided, and other operational and performance indicators to support visibility and continuous improvement.
Requirements and Preferred Experience: Associates degree required, bachelor's degree preferred
- 3-5 years of experience working in a technology company environment required
- Able to deal with difficult, sensitive and confidential information required
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, Google Drive required
- Working knowledge of Zoom, Google Workplace and SaaS Management (e.g.,
Productiv, Jira) preferred
- Second Shift Options
A Mission That Matters.
At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it’s the core of our democracy.
Opportunity to Innovate
The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.
A Team of Passionate, Driven People
This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Dubuque, Plano, and Pune.
A Place to Make Your Mark
We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.
Benefits That Work for You
Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:
Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
Professional development and growth opportunities
A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.
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