Strategic Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


Blue Bell Pennsylvania, United States IPS-Integrated Project Services Full time

Position Overview:


IPS, a prominent player in the consulting and engineering sectors, is at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge solutions for technically sophisticated facilities, particularly within the life sciences domain.

We are seeking a committed Strategic Procurement Specialist to enhance our team across various U.S. locations. Candidates should be local to the office.


In this capacity, you will be responsible for generating and executing purchase orders with suppliers, ensuring alignment with operational timelines and requirements.

Your role will also involve securing order confirmations to verify that services or materials are scheduled according to requests, as well as managing requisitions from diverse project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Expedite orders to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.

2. Address invoice discrepancies and provide suitable accounting guidance for cost variance allocations.

3. Prepare return orders for non-compliant items and ensure that credits or invoice adjustments are processed accordingly.

4. Maintain a precise record of purchase transactions through organized vendor and purchasing documentation.

5. Monitor price fluctuations and communicate updates with procurement personnel.

6. Research and identify new qualified subcontractors and suppliers as necessary.

7. Solicit quotes and proposals as required.

8. Assess existing vendors when needed.

9. Evaluate proposals for thoroughness and quality.

10. Prepare recommendations for contract awards.

11. Assist Procurement staff with operational and administrative tasks as required.

Join our innovative team that crafts exceptional designs for our clients and elevate your career to new heights.

Qualifications & Requirements:
This is an entry-level opportunity.

- Bachelor's degree.

- Basic understanding and experience with trade contracts and equipment procurement.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite:
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook applications.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in procuring capital equipment within highly regulated sectors (e.g., healthcare, energy, pharmaceuticals).

- Bachelor's degree with a focus on Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Construction Management.

- Familiarity with Procore for bidding processes.

This role may require approximately 10% travel to regional offices and client sites. Travel may involve commercial airlines or personal vehicles. Candidates should be capable of navigating active construction environments (areas where construction activities are ongoing). This position is designated as safety-sensitive.

The employee will participate in field visits and engage in activities at client sites where construction, processing, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other operational tasks occur.

Heavy lifting and physical labor are not prerequisites for this role.

About IPS:


IPS, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, is a global leader in crafting innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.

Through unparalleled operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, IPS offers consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that empower clients to develop and produce life-changing products.

With its recent acquisition of Linesight, IPS specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services across various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries.

With Linesight's integration, IPS boasts over 3,000 professionals in more than 45 offices across 17 countries worldwide.

Specialties:


Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.


IPS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

IPS is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment.



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