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INTRODUCTION

Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Supply Chain Management, the Manager of Strategic Projects and Analytics manages and coordinates projects and operational initiatives supporting Supply Chain Management (SCM) business operations, financial processes, reporting improvements, and organizational priorities. Using established project management methodologies and practices, the position leads process improvement efforts, supports system and operational changes, manages project activities and timelines, ensures coordination between business analysts supporting various workstreams and communicates with SCM leadership and campus stakeholders to support successful implementation of initiatives.

The Manager provides direct supervision and leadership for a small analytical team consisting of one Data Analyst and two Financial Analysts. The team is responsible for financial reconciliation, data and metric reporting, internal controls, and operational support for SCM programs and services. The position also serves as a liaison with business analysts supporting Procurement, AP, and Logistics, the Finance and AdminIT units, Aggie Enterprise stakeholders, and other campus partners to support reporting, issue resolution, compliance activities, and cross-functional collaboration.

The Manager participates in UC Davis and UC systemwide committees, projects, and collaborative initiatives related to supply chain operations, financial processes, reporting, analytics, and business improvement efforts, contributing to process consistency and continuous improvement across the organization.

Apply By Date: August 7, 2026

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Project management certificate (PMP) and/or quality assurance processes like Six Sigma or Lean or equivalent project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience or training.
• Advanced experience with project management or business development projects with progressive leadership and responsibilities.
• Experience applying project management methodologies, practices, and tools to support planning, implementation, communication, issue tracking, and successful completion of projects and initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience adapting to and leveraging new technologies, automation tools, and emerging solutions, including AI-enabled tools, to improve operational efficiency, reporting and analytics, financial operations, system-related activities and business processes.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing financial and operational data, preparing reports and metrics, and supporting operational or business decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate critical information across disciplines. Understands how projects relate to other business strategies and initiatives.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, advanced organization, problem-solving and project management skills. Proven leadership ability, determine relevance and prioritize tasks, put forth persuasive arguments.
• Effective skill at tracking effort and project progress. Demonstrated strong conceptual and planning skills to analyze projects of broad and diverse scope. Understands the cost impact of projects, project tracking tools and metrics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud, Aggie Enterprise, and/or Concur Expense solutions.
• Experience supporting financial reporting, reconciliation, internal controls, or operational analytics in a higher education or public sector environment.
• Experience supervising or leading professional staff.
• Proficiency using business software applications including spreadsheet, database, reporting, presentation, and data visualization tools. Knowledge of UC policies, procedures, and accounting practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 50% - Project Management
• 30% - Financial Controls and Reporting Compliance
• 10% - UC Systemwide Initiatives
• 10% - Leadership and Supervision

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Supply Chain Management is responsible for delivering value to the university through internal services and external supplier partnerships. Services lines include Strategic Sourcing, Procurement and Contracting Services, Distribution Services, Accounts Payable and Travel Accounting, Banking Card Services, Storehouse Operations, Conference and Event Services, and Repro Graphics Services. The department encompasses approximately 145 career staff with an annual operating budget of $24M.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB SCOPE

Strategic Projects and Analytics is responsible for planning, executing, and implementing strategic projects across the Supply Chain Management organization. The team provides oversight of the financial system, Aggie Enterprise. The unit ensures financial controls and data compliance are in place for the SCM organization as a whole.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $97,500.00 - $182,700.00/year (Department budgeted salary range: $97,500 - $120,000/yr. Commensurate with experience.)
• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: 24
• UC Job Title: PROJECT MGT PROFL 4
• UC Job Code: 004474
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

BENEFITS

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Never 0 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never 0 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

WORK ENVIRONMENT

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Restricted vacation usage during fiscal closing, June - July. Travel to meetings, occasionally overnight. Must be able to work and maintain concentration in an office with frequent interruptions and distractions. Employee is personally responsible for following safety procedures/guidelines.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.
• The duties or functions of this position include the handling of cash (or cash equivalents).

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A CULTURE OF OPPORTUNITY AND BELONGING

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As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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