Principal Procurement Analyst

Principal Procurement Analyst Los Angeles Superior Court - 4.1 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $98,034.60 - $133,582.92 a year 2 hours ago Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Qualifications Vendor relationship building Legislative analysis Contract documentation review Contract review Internal controls Law Government policy analysis Bachelor's degree in finance Regulatory compliance Process improvement Purchase order management Improving operational efficiency Performance management Bachelor's degree in business administration Finance Public Administration Team development Analysis skills Supervising experience Developing strategic sourcing strategies Bachelor's degree Team management Legislation Staff training Government contract management Mentoring Vendor relationship management Bachelor's degree in operations management Bachelor's degree in public administration Vendor contract management Full Job Description Position Description The Superior Court of Los Angeles County is the largest unified trial court in the United States. The Court's 582 judicial officers and its dedicated workforce of over 4,600 full-time employees serving across 36 facilities work purposefully and seamlessly to achieve the mission to provide equal access to justice to all of Los Angeles County. At the heart of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County is commitment and collaboration between team members who contribute professional skill sets and meaningful work experiences toward the goal of serving the community at large. Accessible career paths, a healthy work-life balance, job stability, and comprehensive total rewards including generous pay and benefits, a robust public sector pension, and Court matched 401K/457 individual savings plans, are just some of the values that the Court offers to every member of its thriving workforce. Plan your future with the Superior Court of Los Angeles County - connect with us today.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Principal Procurement Analyst serves as a senior-level procurement professional responsible for overseeing complex purchasing and contracting activities that support court operations and administrative functions. This role ensures all procurement activities comply with Judicial Branch Contracting Law, the California Public Contract Code, and applicable court policies and procedures. The position provides strategic guidance to court leadership and departments on procurement planning, contract development, and vendor management. In addition to managing high-value and high-risk solicitations, the Principal Procurement Analyst supervises procurement staff and promotes efficient, customer-focused service delivery. The role also contributes to process improvement initiatives, internal controls, and the development of procurement standards that protect the Court's interests and operational goals. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise procurement staff, including performance management, training, and work planning Manage complex solicitations (RFPs, IFBs, RFQs) and oversee the full contract lifecycle Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and court policies Advise court leadership on procurement strategies, vendor selection, and contract negotiations Review, approve, and monitor contracts, purchase orders, and procurement documentation The responsibilities above illustrate the general scope of work for this classification. Individual positions may not perform all listed duties, and the responsibilities described are not intended to be exhaustive. For a detailed job description, please click here. Please note the requirements in the job description may vary from the requirements in this bulletin.

THIS IS A TELEWORK OPPORTUNITY

This position is a fully remote role. On-site presence is not required unless otherwise directed based on Court operational needs. Telework status is subject to change at the discretion of the Court and in accordance with operational requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet one of the following options at the final filing date of this bulletin:

OPTION I

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university• with a major in public or business administration, finance, operations management or a closely related field and five (5) years of experience in risk assessment, legislative analysis, purchasing and/or contracting for supplies, equipment, materials or services, preferably in a court or other governmental agency.

OPTION II

Graduation from an accredited law school and three (3) years of experience in risk assessment, legislative analysis, purchasing and/or contracting for supplies, equipment, materials or services, preferably in a court or other governmental agency.

OPTION III

Two (2) years of experience at the level of a Senior Procurement Analyst for the Superior Court of Los Angeles County.

OPTION IV

Nine (9) years of experience in risk assessment, legislative analysis, purchasing and/or contracting for supplies, equipment, materials or services, preferably in a court or other governmental agency. To qualify for Options that require educational credentials, you must attach the required documentation to your application. For more information, please visit our Applicant Support page.

Note:

Credit for experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a pro rate basis (e.g. working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience). Overtime does not count toward additional credit.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement practices, contract administration, and competitive bidding procedures. Strong understanding of Judicial Branch Contract Law, Public Contract Code, and related legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex, high-risk procurements. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and executive leadership.

APPLICANT SUPPORT & INFORMATION

Applications must be submitted online. Before submitting your application, carefully review ALL the information detailed on our

APPLICANT SUPPORT

page linked HERE. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process may submit a request for accommodation to the email provided below. For additional employment information, please click HERE (Download PDF reader).

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING

This recruitment process will take up to 4-6 weeks to complete. We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process, detailed below:

EVALUATION

Qualifying evaluation of education, training and experience based upon submitted application and supplemental questionnaire.

ASSESSMENT

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the assessment process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to evaluate further job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants who successfully pass each (and all) recruitment steps will be placed on an eligible list which will remain active for approximately six (6) months and may be invited to participate in a selection interview. Placement on an eligible list may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Other vacancies may be filled using this list. Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed to Ashley Betancourth, Staffing Partner. Follow us on social media! X | Instagram | Threads | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.