Business Analyst - Procurement Operations

Business Title: 803343 | Procurement Operations Business Analyst

Location: Atlanta GA 30308

Job Type: Contract (12 M )

Work Setting: Hybrid

Short Description:

• Under general supervision, operates computer and peripheral equipment. Performs clerical and maintenance tasks in support of a mainframe computer complex or other large, centralized IT system.

Complete Description:

• The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking a highly analytical Business Analyst to support operational contracting within the procurement department.
• This role focuses on mastering, managing, and optimizing our existing procurement infrastructure.
• The BA will leverage M365 systems to maintain high-efficiency tools and processes, transforming raw data into actionable insights for strategic sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Management: Own, maintain, and maximize the efficiency of existing procurement tools.
• Data Analytics: Analyse procurement data to identify trends and support strategic sourcing.
• Process Optimization: Refine existing workflows using M365 systems to increase productivity.
• Independent Execution: Manage analytical projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications:

• Analytical Skills: Strong critical thinking and advanced data-driven problem-solving abilities.
• Technical Agility: Proven ability to quickly learn, adapt to, and manage unfamiliar software systems.
• M365 Expertise: Intermediate knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, and the Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, or Power Automate).
• Work Style: Self-motivated mindset with a proven track record of working independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: Microsoft certification in SharePoint or Power Platform.
• Experience: Background in procurement or supply chain operations is a plus but not required.
• Work Schedule: Hybrid: Candidates must be available to work onsite 1–2 days per week at the GDOT office.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with learning systems to analyze data and create new processes with the tools in place.
• Intermediate knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, and the Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, or Power Automate).