Purchasing Analyst, Financial Services [R0153788]

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Purchasing Analyst, Financial Services [R0153788]

ROLE of the POSITION

Under the direction of the Executive Director, Purchasing Manager, or Senior Purchasing Analyst the Purchasing Analyst is responsible for administering a wide range of procurement activities, including competitive solicitations, purchase orders, and contract management. This position independently performs procurement functions in compliance with Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) policies, Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), UNLV policies and procedures, and public procurement best practices.

The Purchasing Analyst supports departmental, divisional, and university objectives and goals, while providing high-quality service to campus stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• •Administer procurements including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, sole source procurements, purchase orders, construction solicitations, and contracts.
• •Prepare, negotiate, award, and administer contracts for goods and services throughout the full contract lifecycle.
• •Review, create, issue, and manage purchase orders and change orders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and closeout.
• •Conduct market research and proactively assess opportunities to consolidate individual requests into campus-wide procurements to improve efficiency and pricing.
• •Ensure compliance with legal, insurance, and regulatory requirements in all procurement and contracting activities.
• •Coordinate and lead pre-bid meetings, job walks, bid openings, evaluations, negotiations, and award recommendations.
• •Expedite orders and resolve supplier or departmental disputes in a timely and fair manner.
• •Support major procurement projects and ongoing contract administration efforts.
• •Provide responsive, solutions-oriented customer service to faculty, staff, and external suppliers, serving as a knowledgeable resource on procurement policies, procedures, and available contracts.
• •Identify opportunities to achieve measurable cost savings and cost avoidance through competitive sourcing, contract consolidation, negotiation strategies, and proactive procurement planning.
• •Contribute to measurable cost savings and cost avoidance by evaluating requisitions, identifying cooperative or existing contract options, requesting cost reductions, or obtaining additional quotes when appropriate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 2-4 years of purchasing experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

BACKGROUND SCREENNING

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.

ACCEPTED EQUIVALENCIES FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENT

UNLV may consider additional relevant experience in place of formal education requirements:

In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants may qualify with four additional years of relevant experience, or with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Higher Education or public procurement experience preferred, especially within the State of Nevada

COMMITMENT TO OUR CAMPUS VALUES

Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging. They will model our Campus Values in their decision-making and inspire excellence across our community.

SALARY

Salary range is $70,000-$75,000. Unable to offer more than stated salary.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• •Competitive total rewards package including:
• •Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• •Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• •Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• •No state income tax
• •Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• •Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• •Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• •UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• •Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• •RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• •Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• •Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• •Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• •Personal and professional development opportunities
• •A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• •Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage .

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Philip Dow, Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on October 19, 2026 .

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply . For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu and include the job requisition number in your email subject line.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

Current UNLV and Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) employees must apply through Workday. Type Find Jobs in the Workday search bar or access the page directly here: JOB HUB

Search for this position using the job requisition number R0153788.

To ensure your application is processed correctly, current UNLV and NSHE employees should apply internally through Workday. If you submit an application through the external careers site, you will be asked to reapply as an internal application, which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community pa