Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization: 502306 - Procurement Services
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.
Job Summary: The Business Systems Analyst I documents, installs, analyzes, and/or maintains operating system(s) used for the business purpose of assigned area. Provides technical support and training to users concerning system software and utilities. Serves as subject matter expert for system. Serves as liaison to the central Office of Information Technology (OIT) for advanced support needs.
Additional Department Summary: Plays a key role in the implementation and optimization of Workday’s Procurement, Expenses, and Strategic Sourcing modules. Performs as part of the Procurement Services implementation team. Under close supervision, collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and support configuration, testing, training, and change management efforts. Ensures that business needs are met while aligning with leading practices and organizational goals.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of IT experience; OR High school diploma or GED and four (4) years of IT experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, information systems, supply chain, or related field. Workday certification in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing. Experience with Workday Procurement, Expenses, or Strategic Sourcing modules. Strong understanding of procurement lifecycle, expense management, and sourcing strategies. Experience with supplier onboarding, contract management, and spend analytics. Familiarity with change management and training methodologies. Knowledge of public sector or higher education procurement practices. Two (2) years of experience in procurement or ERP implementations.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
