Sr. Procurement Specialist II

Description

In addition to the duties of a Senior Procurement Specialist (SPS), the Senior Procurement Specialist II is responsible for providing guidance, cross coverage, support and maintaining schedules for the SPS. This position will also support, train and on-board new SPS in their roles.

This position is responsible for providing professional acquisition of supplies, services, and equipment, in the required quantity and quality for the NTTA. It is the responsibility of this position to obtain items via formal two-party contracts utilizing formally advertised invitations for bid and/or requests of qualifications and to perform related work. Under the general direction of the Director, Procurement Services, the Senior Procurement Specialist II performs a wide variety of procurement and purchasing activities and provides technical guidance and leadership to Senior Procurement Specialists.

• Negotiates contracts, makes recommendations, and communicates awards to vendors.
• Prepares formal invitation for bids and requests for quotations, including required special terms and conditions, performance, and technical criteria.
• Reviews Procurement Request documentations (PRF-1) specifications/scope, and statements of work.
• Manages and evaluates phases of pre-planning, planning, solicitation, negotiation, administration, contract modifications (CMR, change orders, renewals, extensions), close-outs and termination of assigned contracts.
• Serves as a functional expert for the SPS while applying advanced knowledge and skills when performing procurement responsibilities.
• Corresponds and communicates with suppliers and internal and external customers regarding contracts, quotes, and bids.
• Manages second level of issue escalations
• Serves as an advisor to subordinate staff on unusual or difficult policy issues.
• Manages procurements from cradle-to-grave. Managing the procurement process throughout the complete procurement lifecycle of projects.
• Provides guidance to the SPS based on management direction
• Develops, coordinates with business units, short/long-term acquisition strategies
• Works closely with program and project managers on proper procurement method for procuring such goods and services.
• Resolution of contract-related issues.
• Handles more complex and high visibility procurements.
• Consults with user department on requirements development (Scope of Work).
• Assist in the development, execution of documentation for business processes and training for all Procurement systems including the Supplier Portal, Contract Management system, DocuSign and the ERP upgrades and enhancements
• Performs and documents RFP, RFQ, RFB and RFI standard workflow procedures.
• Provides guidance, support, and assists with training for Procurement Specialists.
• Manages the coordination of the establishment of subcontracting goals and manages the coordination of obtaining insurance requirements.
• Promotes teamwork within and among the team
• Develops and maintains bidders’ lists for the organization.
• Acts as chairperson for procurement evaluation committee and serves on other procurement related committees as needed.
• Develops and implements procurement plans and strategies to support business needs
• Solicits quotations and bids and negotiates prices and terms for contracts.
• Support NTTA’s Business Diversity outreach efforts

Requirements

** Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the United States immediately. This position is not available for H1-B visa sponsorship. **

• Five to seven years related experience.
• Preferred professional certification such as CPPB, CPPO, CPP, CCPM or evidence of continued professional development.
• Ability to prioritize team workflow and adjust as necessary
• Self-driven and self-initiated with ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent number of years of experience.
• Excellent writing and oral presentation skills.

Benefits

***Pay Range: $70,566 - $92,850***

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance