Our organization serves as the MSP (Managed Service Provider) and assists with all contingent worker needs in the categories of staff augmentation, statement of work (SOW) and Independent Contractors. This role will support the statement of work (SOW) business and assist Managers with all facets of the process: proper work classification, vendor selection, SOW setup, etc. with varying degrees of complexity and/or sensitivity, ensuring that cost, quality, and delivery terms are adhered to and met.
The Procurement Specialist is a key resource and responsible for building relationships with key members within the organization including the business owner/Manager, Procurement, Legal, etc. This Specialist will be selecting and conferring with vendors to service information including price, delivery schedules; coordinate with the representatives from vendor companies and internally to construct, negotiate, and assess all contracts and services.
Responsibilities
Deep working and demonstrable knowledge of procurement, souring or contingent workforce
Detailed experience and knowledge of the strategic sourcing process lifecycle
Maintain, influence and develop relationships with leadership and Executives
Leading procurement projects including negotiation of contracts & commercial terms consistent with maximizing business value
Manage customer’s expectations through timely feedback and proactive communication
Identify risk situations and coordinate solutions with management
Responsible for using independent judgment and making decisions that require a great degree of creative, analytical, and problem solving ability
Qualifications
Fluent in French and English
Above average organization and customer service skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently
Excellent interpersonal skills (written and verbal) required with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
Experience in implementation of processes, policies and methodologies
High degree of attention to detail
Strong analytical skills including use of Excel
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and related computer skills
Knowledge of VMS systems is helpful
Proven ability to manage competing deliverables on-time, on-budget, on-quality
Be organized to handle multiple tasks with differing deliverables and deadlines
Takes direction well
Takes initiative and can work independently
Quick learner