Procurement Specialist

Project Overview

This role will support client’s Procurement Department’s purchasing requirements.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare RFP’S and related bid documents for client’s departments, as necessary.

• Identify potential Vendors, as necessary, including available MWBE, MBE and SDVOB Vendors.

• Develop required contract documents based on RFP results. Ensure all contract documents are in compliance with Guidelines. Process Change orders as necessary.

• Prepare Purchase orders as requested.

• The Procurement Specialist 1 will process work using SAP and Ariba software.

• Post documents to NY State Contract Reporter as required.

• Attend project meetings, including onsite meetings, as necessary.

Requirements:

• Computer literacy in all MS Office Suite products required.

• Motivated self-starter required.

• Ability to exhibit problem solving ability in ways that is creative and self-determined.

• Experience in SAP and Ariba.

• Negotiating skills.

• Presentation skills.

• Strong verbal skills.

• Strong writing skills.

• Good organizing skills.

• Good recordkeeping skills.

• Good knowledge and understanding of New York State procurement related requirements.

• Ability to extract, comprehend and analyze data while determining the necessary course of action in an independent, professional and timely manner.

• Ability to focus on and provide customer satisfaction to internal procurement group members.

• Strong understanding of procurement processes required.

• Experience in reading and understanding Contract Terms and Conditions.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or related field. Or a minimum of 4 years of military experience in logistics.

• Minimum 4 years of Procurement or related experience with focus on construction/equipment contracts, service contracts, and maintenance service agreements.

• Minimum 6 years of utility purchasing experience, preferred.

• Advancement towards Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation, preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.