What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist II position at AECOM?
Company Description
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Procurement Specialist II to support the Global Process Owner – Source 2 Contract in all aspects of supplier onboarding, engagement and performance management. Working closely with offshore Service Centers and other GPO’s, the role will ensure approved systems and processes are used for validating compliance with AECOM’s onboarding requirements aligned with the overall S2P process. Working with key stakeholders across the US, Canada and LATAM, often including senior management, the role will support day to day guidance, training, reporting and maintaining accurate records related to all aspects of supplier onboarding.
Operating across all geographies, the role will also support AECOM’s Supplier Outreach Program embedded within the wider Source 2 Pay and Supplier Enablement strategies. This position is fundamental to practices, processes and policy across AECOM with visibility across both finance and operational teams that help drive existing programs, new initiatives and relationships with all stakeholders.
This position will offer a hybrid schedule of both in office and remote work and can be based anywhere in the US.
Responsibilities
Work closely with the GPO S2C to ensure successful delivery of S2C related deliverables across US, Canada and LATAM
As part of a team, support wider implementation of approved systems, policies and processes across AECOM’s International regions.
Ensure policies, processes and procedures meet the requirements of AECOM Risk Domains (Quality, SH&E, E&C etc.) and other groups
Collaborate with stakeholders and wider GBS community, business partners (Finance, IT, etc.) to ensure programs deliver the intended value and are connected to the enterprise strategy
Help develop the vision for S2C in conjunction with S2C GPO, stakeholder requirements and service delivery centres
Support CLM rollout and ensure aligned with requirements of supplier onboarding
Contribute to reporting as necessary (daily, weekly, monthly, annually and ad hoc) supporting GBS governance and process councils
Work closely with offshore Service Delivery Leads to ensure appropriate application of the correct procedures expected by our internal customers and suppliers
Proactive support and remediation of all issues related to TPRM
Collaborate with team members in TPRM and CLM to help enhancements metrics and reporting to effectively monitor the risk level of AECOM’s third party portfolio
Provide input into the Third-Party Risk Management System and CLM Processes that help future state design
Monitor metrics for efficiency, continuous improvements and process enhancements
Support efforts to update metrics, procedures, process documents, training and communication across multiple stakeholder groups to successfully disseminate new expectations
Create and maintain appropriate TPRM process documentation and change control using AECOM’s documentation management system tools and standards
Provide program guidance on all aspects of Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Contribute to training materials and educating across all stakeholder groups
Support at regular ‘Workshops’ and provide stakeholders with regular updates related to outstanding issues
Participate in industry associations to gain insight on best practices related to TPRM and CLM
Support TPRM Open Issues and Employee Centre Tickets
Create and maintain Knowledge Articles for review and approval by the GPO S2C
Escalation point for offshore Service Centers for TPRM related service queries
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
"BA/BS in Business, Procurement, Accounting, Finance or a related field 2 years of experience in Procurement or TPRM environment managing third party risk or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Thorough understanding and application of risk management
Preferred Qualifications:
5 or more years of experience in Procurement or TPRM environment managing third party a plus.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy, completeness, and thoroughness of all work.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and work effectively on a variety of projects concurrently in a demanding, deadline-driven environment.
Proven ability to ensure accuracy, completeness and thoroughness of all work products.
Additional Information
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
Relocation and/or per diem benefits are not offered.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Offered rate of compensation (Illinois locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $63K - $90K.
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10091410
Business Line: Geography OH
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: GBS
Career Area: Procurement & Supply Chain
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Salary : $63,000 - $90,000
