Senior Procurement Specialist

Cushman & Wakefield
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
Nov 27, 2024
Job Title Senior Procurement Specialist Job Description Summary Under the direction of the Procurement Manager, this role will assist in all aspects of vendor and contract management on the assigned client account(s). The Sr. Procurement Sourcing Specialist is expected to have Procurement, Sourcing, Contracting and Analytical experience including vendor administration & relationship management, conducting opportunity analysis, strategic sourcing, preparing & facilitating contracts for goods and services and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions. Experience in the Commercial Real Estate and/or Facility Management environments is strongly desired and demonstrated capabilities in managing multiple stakeholders is a requirement. Job Description Responsibilities Research and analyze the supply base for to implement supplier consolidation and enhance service levels for client accounts. Under the supervision of the Procurement Manager and Account Manager, develop bid packages including the statement of work, service levels, KPIs, pricing matrix. Manage RFP activity including loading RFPs into the e-sourcing tool, transmitting to invited suppliers, facilitating site tours, and coordinating answers to supplier questions. Conduct supplier audits to ensure utilization of preferred/approved suppliers, contract templates, and other tools and templates. Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct supplier QBRs, and assist in evaluation presentations to stakeholders. Collaborate with suppliers to draft and facilitate contracts, utilizing templates and processes to ensure accuracy in areas such as like the final negotiated Scope of Work, pricing, site, and equipment lists. Liase with C&W and/or client to evaluate contract compliance and policies, review compliance of service agreements terms and conditions, COI Escalations, and engage Legal and Risk Departments where necessary. Use Contract Repository for supplier contract storage. Maintain organized records and establish tracking to manage the workflow of multiple concurrent sourcing events. Serves as subject matter expert during client presentation delivery by conducting all meetings with internal and external customers in a professional manner using a high degree of persuasive ability, professionalism, tact, good judgment, and diplomacy. Perform other miscellaneous related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Advanced degree is a plus. 4+ years of related Facilities Management/Indirect Procurement or equivalent experience desired. Must be familiar with legal aspects of contracting including reading and interpreting contracts and related documentation, ability to prepare amendments, and ability to explain to stakeholders the specifics of the contracts. Self-motivated and working independently to find solutions. Detail-oriented with strong analytical & presentation skills (Excel & PowerPoint expertise required). Ability to deliver excellent customer service and people management skills Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and the flexibility to handle multiple competing priorities. Skilled in stakeholder communication and relationship management across various levels of leadership Strong understanding of the Strategic Sourcing processes and demonstrated proficiency with e-tools such as e-Sourcing, and contract management systems. Proficiency with excel data analysis, reporting, project management and demonstrated capabilities with managing multiple projects with multiple stakeholders. Experience in the Commercial Real Estate and/or Facility Management environments desired. Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.