Principal Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Various Location

Job Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

Preparing request for proposal packages for materials, equipment, software, or services

Reviewing Statement of Work and IT / IT Service Requirements for accuracy

Conducting data analytics evaluation of proposals, facilitating the selection/recommendation of suppliers, negotiating contract provisions and pricing, issuing awards

Negotiate terms and conditions of all components of contractual agreements, including Software, Hardware, XaaS ("X" as a Service), Statements of Work, Professional Services Agreements and Purchase Orders

Negotiating and coordinating additions, deletions, or modifications to purchase orders and supplier contracts

Maintain and report competitive savings on transactional activities

Pursue and manage small business opportunities where possible.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and apply sound judgment to problem solving

Resolve invoice issues

Basic Qualifications
bachelor's degree with a minimum 5 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience OR Associate's degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience

Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, program management and/or project management

In-depth understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations

Excellent organizational skills

Demonstrated negotiation skills

Ability to work independently or as a team in a fast-paced, business-oriented environment

Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management/executives

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Program or project management expertise

Relationship development skills

Microsoft Office Suite with special emphasis on Excel (at least intermediate level)

Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in negotiation of information technology products and services or other agreements, including, but not limited to, contract elements such as data privacy, data protection, software as a service, software, hardware and associated maintenance, export/import concerns

Experience in SAP procurement module

Experience using Tableau Dashboard reporting tools

Experience with ServiceNow

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