Acquisition Risk Analyst

Overview

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.
Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

The Acquisition Risk Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with procurement, contracts, and acquisition activities, to ensure that the acquisition process and procurement activities adhere to federal regulations & contractual requirements, organizational policies, State policies, and University System of GA policies. This role supports strategic decision-making by analyzing financial, operational, and compliance risks throughout the acquisition lifecycle. The analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure that acquisition strategies align with organizational goals and risk tolerance.

Job Duty 1 -
May lead enterprise-level risk assessments for high-value acquisitions, strategic vendor relationships, and sourcing initiatives, identifying potential exposures and recommending mitigation strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

Job Duty 2 -
Design and apply risk management frameworks and decision-support models to guide strategic sourcing, contract development, and supplier evaluation processes.

Job Duty 3 -
Evaluate market trends, global developments, and supply chain risks to inform long-term acquisition planning and proactive risk forecasting.

Job Duty 4 -
Collaborate with cross-functional leaders in procurement, legal, finance, and compliance to integrate risk controls into acquisition policies, procedures, and governance structures.

Job Duty 5 -
Monitor and report on key risk indicators (KRIs) and emerging threats that may impact procurement outcomes, supplier performance, or organizational resilience.

Job Duty 6 -
Contribute to strategic initiatives such as supplier diversification, integration of environmental and social risk considerations, and digital transformation of procurement operations.

Job Duty 7 -
Prepare and deliver executive-level risk briefings and reports, translating complex data into actionable insights that support informed decision-making.

Job Duty 8 -
May oversee compliance activities for major projects, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and applicable regulatory frameworks. Applies strategic judgment to evaluate complex risk scenarios and guide project teams in implementing effective mitigation and compliance strategies.

Job Duty 9 -
Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience
Four or more years of relevant experience.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field, or equivalent.

SKILLS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITES:

Foundational Knowledge:
Understanding of purchasing, sales, logistics, and other transferable business operations relevant to acquisition and risk management.

Analytical & Critical Thinking:
Strong problem-solving, risk assessment, and risk mitigation skills with the ability to evaluate complex scenarios and recommend strategic solutions.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and customer service skills; ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Organizational & Project Management:
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, with strong time management and organizational skills.

Technical Proficiency:
Competence in using standard business software and tools, including spreadsheets, databases, and procurement or risk management platforms.

Soft Skills:
Strong interpersonal awareness, adaptability, and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams and departments.

Training & Guidance:
Ability to support and guide others in compliance, procurement planning, and risk-related processes.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

More information on these policies can be found here: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/c2714 Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu).

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
This position is located in Atlanta, GA