Procurement Specialist
3 weeks ago
Position Description:
- WSSC Water is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist/Buyer who will be responsible for identifying and procuring the goods and services that our organization requires.
- This role entails performing advanced procurement and cradle-to-grave contracting duties within a team setting.
Skills Required:
- Advanced knowledge of business and relationship management principles and practices in purchasing, contracting, and negotiating
- General knowledge of research techniques, finance, and accounting
- Ability to perform cradle-to-grave contracting work of moderate complexity.
- Ability to lead a team in performing moderately complex procurements.
- Ability to write clearly and concisely using proper language and grammar.
- Ability to demonstrate good judgment in applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to effectively manage workload within a team setting.
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure on multiple assignments and when multi-tasking in order to meet deadlines.
- Ability to promptly respond with professionalism and courtesy to requests and complaints.
- Works proactively to resolve issues.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office to create and maintain documents, reports, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Ability to actively collaborate to accomplish objectives.
Skills Preferred:
- Knowledge of public procurement best practices and operational activities
- Knowledge of budget and accounting activities
- Knowledge of the basics of supply chain, procurement, and sourcing
- Knowledge of business process design, data analysis and business performance measurement
- Knowledge of strategic planning, project management and cross functional teaming
- Functional knowledge of Oracle P2P
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
- Excellent writing skills and oral communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities.
- Ability to self-motivate and follow-through on a variety of projects.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement and contracting, with at least 3 years in public procurement
- Proven ability to work independently and within a team setting to complete advanced procurement and contracting duties.
- Experience in conducting market research, analyzing market conditions, and evaluating product/technological developments.
- Proficiency in reviewing specifications, analyzing solicitation responses, and preparing and administering contracts/purchase orders of moderate complexity.
- Strong background in conducting price and cost analyses and performing calculations for economic price escalation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to identify and discuss stakeholder needs, build consensus, and resolve problems.
- Experience in processing order requests, determining appropriate procurement methods, and generating contracts and related documents.
- Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and present contracts for approval to supply chain approval authority.
- Familiarity with public procurement regulations and experience ensuring compliance with these regulations throughout the procurement process.
Experience Preferred:
- Demonstrated knowledge of public procurement best practices and operational activities
- Experience with budget and accounting activities related to procurement.
- Strong understanding of supply chain, procurement, and sourcing principles to navigate complex procurement activities.
- Experience in strategic planning, project management, and cross-functional teaming.
- Hands-on experience with Oracle P2P (Procure-to-Pay) system.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting
- Proven track record of exhibiting excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written communications and deliver effective oral presentations.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Experience in self-motivation and follow-through on a variety of complex projects.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Contracts Administration, Supply Chain or a related discipline and 5+ years experience in procurement and contract administration OR High School diploma or equivalent and 7+ years’ experience in procurement and contract administration
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