Sr. Procurement Specialist II

Description

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

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

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance