Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist

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Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist for a contract opportunity. This resource can be based in either in Dallas, TX or Sunnyvale, CA. Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist Job Details In this role you will take responsibility for professional services purchases from key suppliers. An ideal candidate is someone experienced in “indirect” (or MRO) purchasing with deep experience managing a portfolio of categories in the area of professional services that include repair services, market research, marketing related services, HR services, etc. Primary Day to day responsibilities: • Perform sourcing, negotiation, supplier selection and contract review within assigned supplier and commodity categories. • Review assigned purchase orders and contracts, negotiate costs and contractual terms prior to PO assurance and contract execution. • Analyze and interpret data to identify cost saving opportunities and recommend sourcing strategy and contract award decisions. • Develop sourcing strategy and conduct supplier negotiations with the capability to meet targets, manage concessions and deliver results. • Manage supplier relationship and improve supplier performance. • Administer supplier contracts and maintain associated documentations and reports. Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist Mandatory Skills • Minimum undergraduate degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or related discipline required • MBA preferred, Procurement and Supply Chain Certifications a plus • Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication and presentation skills for effective dealings with internal stakeholders, executive team, suppliers and team members. • 5+ years in Purchasing and Contract Negotiation. Experienced with developing request for proposals, soliciting bids, performing bid analysis, contract negotiation and contract review. • Recent experience with Oracle 11i Purchasing Module or similar ERP system is required. • In depth knowledge and experience negotiating a wide range of consulting agreements, subcontract agreements, statement of works including legal terms and conditions. • Track record of successfully negotiating large national and global contracts resulting in significant savings. • Expert level working with Excel, Power Point, and Word. Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist Assignment Start Date ASAP Sourcing/Purchasing Specialist Assignment Length 6-12 months plus All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please send your resume in Word format only. Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada. With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest “Canadian-Owned” IT staffing/consulting company. Procom’s areas of staffing expertise include: • Application Development • Project Management • Quality Assurance • Business/Systems Analysis • Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence • Infrastructure & Network Services • Risk Management & Compliance • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Security & Privacy Specialties• Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) • Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation) • ICAP (Contractor Payroll) • Flextrack (Vendor Management System)