Procurement Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Under broad direction, this role is responsible for creating, implementing, and managing supplier contracting activities supporting Indirect Procurement categories such as Consulting, Professional Services, Technology (hardware and software licensing), Telecom, etc.
• Analyze data and work with internal stakeholders and Legal to identify and execute contracts for suppliers utilizing the Contract Management system (Coupa)
• Establish and manage supplier contract priorities based on stakeholder feedback and business needs
• Ensure adherence to supplier contracting policies and work methods
• Act as liaison between stakeholders, internal departments, Legal, and suppliers
• Define appropriate commercial terms based on stakeholder input and draft commercial language that mitigates risk in supplier relationships through effective contracts
• Provide updates and report out contract status to stakeholders and management on a regular basis
• Assist Sourcing and Category Managers with the development of sourcing and contracting strategies and processes for tendering Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Review vendor proposals, identify potential risk and negotiate contracts that result in the best value possible
• Assist with the contract award process and produce the presentation of award recommendations to stakeholders and management
• Assist with the development of standardized processes and templates for all contracting efforts
• Maintain effective communication with all team members
• Maintain accurate engagement details tracking to on-time delivery expectations within Engagement Tracker tool.
• Additional duties as required

Experience / Qualifications:

• Procurement contract negotiation and execution experience supporting Indirect categories such as Professional Services and Technology (hardware and software licensing)
• 5 years professional procurement contracting experience
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to organize and maintain a fluid administrative process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Stakeholder Relationships, and Technology Expertise
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.00 - $34.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX 77002: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location