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Procurement Associate

2 months ago

Chicago, United States Obama Foundation Full time
We have ambitious plans, and we know the most critical step is building an incredible team that reflects the diverse fabric of our nation and embodies our values. Our team is made up of people who are equal parts dreamers and doers. We are people who care as much about how we achieve our goals as we do about the goals themselves. Our values drive our team and are instilled in the work this Foundation does every day. We are also committed to creating an anti-racist organization in order to do our part to help combat racism and inequity in all forms, in communities across our nation and around the world. Read our full statement on anti-racism and equity here.

Purpose of Role

The Procurement Associate will assist the Procurement Department in preparing and processing procurement documents to efficiently source goods and services for both the Foundation operations as well as the Obama Presidential Center construction project. You will be responsible for adhering to the Procurement Policy by promoting the completion of RFPs and other competitive processes for securing goods and services. The associate will also be taking an active role in working towards the Foundation's business diversity goals.

As the Procurement Associate, you'll be reporting directly to the Manager of Procurement.

Core Job Responsibilities
  • Assist in procurement processes (i.e. RFQs and RFPs) in accordance with the Procurement Policy, and effectively performs the following functions: ascertaining departmental needs, preparing applicable procurement documents, advertise and solicit responses/proposals, and evaluate response/proposal packages for business requirements, facilitate evaluation committees and proposer interviews, as needed.
  • Conduct market research, best practices investigations, and industry trends analyses for specific procurement and contracting efforts.
  • Vendor management onboarding and maintenance through active contracts.
  • Participate in special projects/initiatives under the supervision of a senior staff/manager.
  • Maintain departmental cross functional relationships to ensure the trust and flow of the procurement process
  • Assist with negotiating pricing and business term negotiations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Key Deliverables / Outcomes
  • Procurement policy adhered to that enables the Foundation to source goods and services in an efficient, transparent and financially responsible manner while ensuring maximum participation for Diverse Suppliers at every spending tier.
  • Ensure purchasing timelines are established and adhered to.
  • Assist the Procurement department in maintaining key metrics for procurements.
  • Establish and maintain interdepartmental and external relationships with assigned procurement projects
Required Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience, preferably 3-6 years in purchasing, procurement or supply chain consulting with an emphasis on driving increased supplier diversity, Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) a plus.
  • Strong aptitude for technology with the ability to develop technology-based solutions to streamline and improve processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Proven ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization and across teams.
  • Experience in P2P(Purchase to pay) Systems


The salary range for this role is between $59,75 and $74,670.

Foundation Values

The Foundation Values are Courage, Empathy, Integrity, Accountability, Community, Inclusivity, Pragmatism, Resilience, Imagination, and Hope.

Don't check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. The Obama Foundation is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging - so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Foundation is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at careers@obama.org if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.