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Procurement Specialist 4 - Supply Chain Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Procurement Specialist 4 - Supply Chainfor a contract position in Redmond, WA. The opportunity will be a yearwith a strong chance for a long-term extension. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Sourcing management and strategies Lead key assigned strategic initiatives for the organization along with a project/cross-functional team. Early engagement with cross-functional leadership including product design, quality, and business teams to determine sourcing requirements for system integrators and supply chain design. Develop sourcing strategies to ensure advantaged cost, continuity of supply, and effective TAM to dock operations. Define RFQ/RFP activities and conduct negotiations with suppliers. Manage contracting activities with Legal and ensure contracts reflect cross-functional engagements with suppliers. Establish and maintain business relationships with business partners within and outside of the Sourcing organization. Collect, synthesize, and communicate fact-based insights to drive strategies and decision-making for executives. Bring in thought leadership to help management in building vision and aligning with stakeholders. Supply chain operations management and cost effectiveness Represent Supply Chain & Sourcing team in various forums, and partner with teams on actions and deliverables. Interface with demand/capacity planning, deployment, logistics, finance, data center operations, and engineering to build processes & tools, drive optimization, garner supply chain efficiencies, and improve delivery performance. Ensure pricing competitiveness and identify cost reduction opportunities. Manage ad-hoc cost issues e.g. tariffs/import export cost, cost inflation. Continuous improvement of operational processes and performance metrics. Manage supplier performance and compliance Develop and enable new suppliers. Central point of contact for supplier relationship in system integrator category. Ensure supplier compliance with requirements (e.g. security, social responsibility, payment terms). Conduct business reviews and ensure supplier's excellence in performance. Qualifications: Years of Experience Required: 8-10 overall years of experience in the field. Degrees or certifications required: A degree is preferred but not a strict requirement for the role; it can be listed as either required or preferred based on the team's preference. Strong verbal and written communication. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to influence and build relationships across multiple layers in the organization. Leadership in ambiguous situations and managing conflicting priorities. Forward-thinking, can-do mindset. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Familiarity with Azure supply chain and sourcing processes is a plus (not required). 10 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, planning, and operations areas. Minimum 5 years of supplier management experience in an Electronics, or high-volume supply chain and/or applicable Manufacturing/Hardware production environment. Extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams. Cloud/high-tech supply chain experience is a plus. Minimum 8 years of experience with Financial analysis. Minimum 10 years of experience with Supply chain management. Minimum 8 years of experience with business tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to generate quality outputs. Preferred: Extensive knowledge in hardware sourcing, supply chain, and product development process. Demonstrated track record in cross-functional team and supplier management. Excellent influencing skills and ability to build relationships across multiple layers in the organization. Strong verbal and written communication, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Proven capabilities in operating in a growing, fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Ability to lead in ambiguous situations and deal effectively with conflicting priorities and changes with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Familiar with business tools (e.g., Word, Excel modeling, PowerPoint slides) and able to generate quality outputs. Given the growth of the Cloud, this position presents a unique opportunity to ensure Sourcing processes scale to support growth and the right performance indicators are put in place to drive success. Candidate should have a forward-thinking, can-do mindset. If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!

Maintaining efficiency and economy in operations management requires flexibility in job assignments. While each employee shall have a primary responsibility for the job in which that employee has been hired or later promoted to, each employee may be expected to perform other jobs from time to time.

SUMMARY:

The Procurement Specialist conducts complex, informal and formal procurements for equipment, goods, materials, supplies, services, and construction. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for requesting bids and proposals, writing and overseeing the preparation of contracts, negotiating contract terms, researching and interpreting contract provisions, and awarding contracts to vendors. The Procurement Specialist also updates the SAP procurement system, resolves contract discrepancies, drafts reports, and maintains procurement files.

Application Review: Priority will be given to applications received by May 16, 2025.

The position will remain open until filled.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Essential Functions

• Prepares and conducts effective and appropriately prioritized acquisitions of equipment, goods, materials, supplies, construction, and services.
• Drafts accurate contracts for formal and informal procurements, including but not limited to, Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs), in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as MTS policies and procedures.
• Analyzes bids and proposals for content and price, administers the evaluation process, negotiates favorable contract terms, selects vendors, and awards contracts in accordance with authorized approval levels.
• Researches and interprets contract provisions including contract processes, penalties, and compliance terms.
• Ensures that the deliverable goods and services meet MTS needs and requirements by assisting the requesting department with development of specifications and scopes of work.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance to MTS employees and bidding companies, including contractual agreements and procurement processes.
• Resolves all contract discrepancies.
• Updates the SAP procurement system and documents procurement files in electronic format.
• Generates accurate and timely reports and drafts agenda items for the Board of Directors.
• Provides continuous effort to improve procurement operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly with others in order to provide quality customer service.
• Stays up-to-date on industry trends, new products, services, and technology.

Duties May Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following:

Solicits small businesses, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE) to participate in the MTS procurements.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of or ability to learn MTS policies and regulations; knowledge of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations is a plus; experience with Job Order Contracting (JOC) and construction is also a plus; ability to read, understand and apply MTS policies, regulations and union labor contracts; ability to write letters, memoranda and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct English; ability to speak clearly, distinctly and effectively in person-to-person or group situations using tact and diplomacy; ability to coordinate and initiate actions necessary to implement decisions and delegate responsibilities to appropriate personnel; ability to establish and maintain priorities in order to complete assignments by deadlines without detailed instructions; skill in verifying the accuracy and completeness of forms and reports; knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn and use other software that MTS might have or acquire; exceptional verbal and written communication skills; exceptional organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills; exceptional interpersonal skills and understanding of customer relationship management; exceptional collaborative and team-centric working style; strong presentation, leadership and management skills; excellent knowledge of procurement administration.

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to fulfill the physical demands of the job such as walking, stooping, sitting, bending, reaching for overhead files and occasional lifting (must be able to lift up to 15 pounds). Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and perform tasks involving manual dexterity, such as use of a computer and 10-key. Work may at times require more than 8 hours per day or an irregular work week to perform the essential duties of the position. Duties will be performed primarily in an office type environment and may on occasion require travel to external locations and agencies.

Experience/Education/Certificates/License(s)

Possess a bachelors degree from an accredited university in Public Administration or Business Administration, and/or a minimum of five years of experience as a Procurement Specialist, Contract Manager or Administrator, Buyer, or an equivalent position preferably in a high-volume public agency. A combination of relevant education and applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Must possess and maintain a valid California drivers license.

GENERAL:

Must satisfactorily pass all applicable examinations including, but not limited to, a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check.

SALARY GRADE:

Salary offers are based on factors such as the knowledge, skills, abilities, and relevant experience of the successful candidate, while taking into account internal equity, budget constraints, and other market factors. This position is in salary grade #10, which has a minimum of $81,963 and a maximum of $116,388. Salary grades are typically adjusted annually to ensure they remain market competitive.

DISCLAIMER: The above described job elements are intended to indicate the general nature and levels of work being performed by employees assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required of employees so classified. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

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customers, co-workers and the public at large, with dignity and respect. As a public transportation

agency, MTS is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities

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The Procurement Specialist will support procurement activities that contribute to ensuring the successful execution of assigned CCC Category Strategy Initiative(s), including performing market and spend analyses, understanding usage trends, aiding in bid contracting and negotiation, and assisting CCC internal end users with obtaining the right materials and services at the right value.

• Executes the ordering of supplies and services from suppliers for assigned CCC Category end users by analyzing costs and assisting in the negotiation of contract details
• Participates in the review, maintenance, and processing of incoming requisitions and PO's, by ensuring accuracy and updating PO's with changes and revisions
• Conducts administrative buys independently and collaborates, supports business units with tactical and transactional purchasing
• Supports the solicitation of quotes and evaluation of bids as needed
• Coordinates with suppliers and business partners to resolve routine issues such as past-due PO's, match exceptions, discrepancies with billings, price, invoice issue resolution, updating, incrementing PO's, etc.
• Supports the creation of key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers by drawing on external resources, experts to understand and suggest enhancements to the existing procurement processes and procedures
• Draws on external resources, experts to understand and suggest enhancements to the existing procurement processes and procedures

• Project management experience
• Sourcing skills
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Microsoft Office skills

• Associate's degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school
• Procurement knowledge acquired by at least 1 year Procurement work Experience
• Procurement, Supply Chain, or other business-related degree
• Knowledge of managing 2D printing commodity

• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
• Certified Professional of Supply Management (CPSM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP)

Office Environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Enthusiastic engagement in partnering with stakeholders to achieve mutual success.
• Active thinking, analysis, problem solving, and evaluation to develop and execute plans.
• Initiative and independent judgment.
• High level of commitment to supporting the University community.

• Sit, bend
• Type and communicate via telephone and email

• Reviews incoming purchase requests to ensure specifications and/or descriptions are adequate and properly describe the product or service being purchased.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and supervisors (as needed) to determine the appropriate procurement plan.
• Coordinates with the using department to obtain the required administrative information and/or documents necessary for processing the purchase request. This includes identifying what information is needed, who possesses that information, and utilizing various communication methods to obtain that information in an efficient and customer focused manner.
• Executes procurement plan which may include:
  • Issuing a variety of solicitations types which may include: Requests for Information, Requests for Qualified Contractors, Requests for Qualifications, Requests for Quotes, and Requests for Proposals, reviewing and analyzing responses, and facilitating their award.
  • Analyzing requests for non-competitive procurements in excess of the competitive bid threshold and conducting necessary due diligence activities.
• Analyzes a variety of documents obtained from campus customers and suppliers to determine if they meet policy and procedure requirements. Utilizes creative problem solving techniques to bring purchases to completion.
• Elevates issues to supervisor when additional approvals are needed.

• Establish or enable value-generating contracts based upon information/direction from Sourcing Management Team.
• Educate campus on the benefits of strategic supplier partnerships and contracts to enhance service and leverage supplier relationships.
• Based on customer relationships, marketplace knowledge, and understanding UGA purchasing practices, develop and submit plans for strategic sourcing opportunities to the Sourcing Management Team.

• Proactively engages with campus partners and builds positive work relationships with customers in order to become a trusted adviser.
• Develops an understanding of customer business requirements and identifies opportunities for business process improvement. Develops plans to capitalize on these opportunities and submits them to their managing Senior Procurement Specialist for approval. If recommendation is approved, the Procurement Specialist plays an active role in implementing process improvement and assessing the effectiveness of changes.
• Assists and cross-trains with other Procurement Specialists.
• Participates in professional development activities expanding their skills and knowledge in order to maintain their State of Georgia certification and also to provide better services to the UGA community.
• Serves on sourcing committees for multi-institutional agreements.

• Selects appropriate contract templates, reviews and negotiates contracts and terms and conditions, compiles finalized contract documents, and executes contracts and facilitates loading of contracts into purchasing system as needed.
• Serves as lead coordinator of UGA/Supplier relationship for contracts assigned to the Procurement Specialist, reviews contract utilization, and keeps Sourcing Management Team informed of contract issues related to each contract assigned to the Procurement Specialists.
• Analyzes contracts to identify risk exposure, determines if a Procurement contract management plan is warranted and if so, develops contract management plans commensurate with the identified risks.
• As appropriate, verifies that contract management plans developed by Procurement are being implemented effectively.
• As appropriate, serves as the contract manager taking an active role in ensuring the specific elements of the contract management plan are met.
• When contract disputes arise, the Procurement Specialist leads efforts to resolve disputes which may involve identifying and coordinating with additional resources.

• Other duties as assigned.

The Opportunity:

In this role, you will report to the supervisor of site services and will work closely with the Avantor's Lab and Production Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Shift: Monday - Thursday and every other Friday, 7 am - 4 pm

Location: Novi, Michigan

Hourly Rate: $24

Benefits:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company paid holidays, Choice holidays etc.
• Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
• Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto and home insurance
• Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem on gifts and products

What we're looking for

• Education: High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience : 2+ years of experience in material handling/inventory replenishment or customer service
• Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Teams experience
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Must be able to lift to 50lbs
• Spill containment training, IATA, DOT, IMDG, and OSHA Right to Know a plus
• Cross-referencing and inside sales experience are a plus
• Knowledge of scientific products and services a plus

How you will thrive and create an impact

Avantor's Lab and Production Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.

In this role you will:

• Associate may be responsible for tasks in inventory management (Consumables, chemicals, samples, etc) and accurate inventory control, processing requests leading to inventory movement on and off site, and fulfilling customer metric reporting.
• Performs inventory management-related functions such as monitoring slow-moving and dead inventory, conducting cycle counting, yearly physical inventories, and reporting.
• Provides daily customer service functions and communicates with the customer relative to inventory management.
• May be required to perform purchasing functions, including but not limited to: back order reporting and expediting, direct factory shipments, 3rd party support, managing quotes, document control, records maintenance, and resolving open invoices or pricing issues.
• Responsible for all customer service-related functions, including but not limited to: order entry, reporting, maintaining metrics, and cost savings tracking.
• Performs shipping coordination activities such as shipping customer material, handling routine issues, operating basic warehouse equipment, entering shipping information into the customer computer system, and equipment inspections.
• Responsible for handling hazardous materials and preparing shipping documentation and packaging requirements.
• Interfaces directly with customer point of contact, purchasing directors, facility directors, and plant managers.
• Responsible for managing consigned, non-consigned, customer-owned, or 3rd party inventory.
• Utilizes Avantor and customer computer systems (SAP, Citrix, Intranet, Avantor Inventory Management Systems, ChemSW, and customer-specific systems) in fulfillment of job duties.
• Meets goals and objectives: safety, performance, and quality.
• Creates programs for enhanced service efficiencies.
• Interfacing with Avantor Sales Force and manufacturing representatives.
• Documents change management.
• Responsible for desktop delivery of inbound packages to customer contacts
• Updating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

• Assist in the procurement of goods, including managing purchase orders and tracking NPI purchases, and evaluating quotes.
• Qualify vendors and maintaining a current database of vendor information.
• Support negotiation with suppliers to ensure the best quality, service, and cost to achieve business objectives.
• Support supplier initiatives including annual cost reductions, supplier consolidation, favorable business terms.
• Collect, input, and maintain supplier and purchase information within Sleep Number systems.
• Support of scorecard and performance reporting.
• System set up and management, presentation preparations.
• Partner with cross functional groups in development and launch of new products to meet introduction timelines, cost and quality goals and service levels to the customer.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 0-2 years of related professional experience required.
• ERP or Oracle Experience preferred.
• MS Office Applications required.

• Strong analytical skills required.
• Proficiency in managing projects required.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills required

• Hybrid schedule: three days in the office, two days remote.
• Standard business hours, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening or weekend support as needed.
• Travel may be occasionally required.

The Parts Procurement Specialist at Caliber are responsible for identifying and aligning supplier relationships, establishing favorable terms, negotiating best-in-industry discounts, and purchasing programs with the shops in the markets they support. Parts Procurement Specialist are members of the Direct Procurement Team that are dedicated to support multiple markets to ensure that our front-line teammates are supplied with the goods and services they need while also achieving departmental key performance indicators. An individual who will be successful in this role is proactive, service oriented, capable of building strong relationships, able to negotiate, detail oriented, and organized.

• Negotiate discounts with current and potential supplier dealer partners as it relates to OEM parts purchases to drive parts margin and to secure advantageous terms.
• Manage approximately $150M - $250M in spend across numerous regions, and approximately 250 350 suppliers.
• Build and manage relationships with part suppliers in their market to ensure Caliber is getting best-in-industry discounts for our parts purchases, maintaining consistent service levels, and discussing opportunities regarding center/market performance.
• Sourcing parts suppliers to support growth in new markets and support new center openings.
• Perform procurement-related functions within their market such as: spend analysis, requirements gathering, supplier utilization, supplier selection, pricing, and contract negotiations.
• Review supplier performance through evaluating service levels, pricing, and performance to terms & conditions.
• Identify opportunities to shift volumes towards suppliers that positively improve Calibers bottom line while at the same time ensuring departmental metrics are met.
• Source individual hard to find parts, in support of centers, and prioritize Calibers purpose.
• Provide regular updates to market leadership on activity in their markets pertaining to parts margin, discount negotiations, buy/sell of parts suppliers, and potential part supplier opportunities as it pertains to center performance.
• Collaborate with various departments to meet team goals while delivering exceptional customer service to front line teammates and our parts suppliers.
• Perform other related procurement functions to ensure we have the right product, at the right price, with the right suppliers.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a professional business environment or a Bachelors degree in business or related field; automotive industry experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to negotiate and avoid increased costs by building strong relationships with suppliers.
• Familiarity with collision industry-specific platforms such as CCC1, Mitchell, and OPS is likewise preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications, specific to Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize.