Procurement Specialist

vTech can help you avoid the daunting task of writing and posting job offers, shifting through resumes and laboring through the lengthy interview process. Our Staffing solutions will allow you to elude those tasks and place topnotch, high-caliber professionals in the position you need to fill.

We use our expertise, knowledge, and global resources to deliver top-quality candidates and tailor our IT and Non-IT recruitment services to your needs. This allows us to deliver the required results in a timely manner that meets your schedule at a substantially reduced cost.

We pride ourselves for having one of the fastest growth rate and also the lowest turnover rates in the industry just 2.5 percent annually. We focus on the training and retaining qualified professionals with high personal and work ethics. With the help of our extensive database of internal candidates and CATS applicants tracking system, we can provide quality resources within the limited time frame.

We have also successfully placed hundreds of candidates in the areas related to Information Technology, Engineering, professional, Scientific & Clinical, etc. for both our commercial and government clients.

1. Source: A recruiter sources candidates from various sources; the search starts from our proprietary database. Using advanced sourcing methods like social media, professional networking media, internal, and 3rd party job boards, we identify qualified candidates.
2. Validate: A recruiter validates the candidates’ experience and skill sets against our client’s position.
3. Initial Screening: Based on the position and the client’s work culture, the recruiter uses initial screening questions to determine the most suitable candidates.
4. Submit: the recruiter will submit to the technical team qualified candidates who have passed the initial screening.
5. Technical Screening: The technical team then prepares a matrix of the particular requirements and required experience for the position and using a list of questions and the results, re-validates the candidates’ technical skills.
6. Background Check: Administrative personnel will provide a detailed background check, as required, per client agreement.
7. On board: On successfully completing the above steps, the candidates are welcomed on board and assisted to ensure a smooth integration at the client’s location.

Project Overview

This role will support client’s Procurement Department’s purchasing requirements.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare RFP’S and related bid documents for client’s departments, as necessary.

• Identify potential Vendors, as necessary, including available MWBE, MBE and SDVOB Vendors.

• Develop required contract documents based on RFP results. Ensure all contract documents are in compliance with Guidelines. Process Change orders as necessary.

• Prepare Purchase orders as requested.

• The Procurement Specialist 1 will process work using SAP and Ariba software.

• Post documents to NY State Contract Reporter as required.

• Attend project meetings, including onsite meetings, as necessary.

Requirements:

• Computer literacy in all MS Office Suite products required.

• Motivated self-starter required.

• Ability to exhibit problem solving ability in ways that is creative and self-determined.

• Experience in SAP and Ariba.

• Negotiating skills.

• Presentation skills.

• Strong verbal skills.

• Strong writing skills.

• Good organizing skills.

• Good recordkeeping skills.

• Good knowledge and understanding of New York State procurement related requirements.

• Ability to extract, comprehend and analyze data while determining the necessary course of action in an independent, professional and timely manner.

• Ability to focus on and provide customer satisfaction to internal procurement group members.

• Strong understanding of procurement processes required.

• Experience in reading and understanding Contract Terms and Conditions.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or related field. Or a minimum of 4 years of military experience in logistics.

• Minimum 4 years of Procurement or related experience with focus on construction/equipment contracts, service contracts, and maintenance service agreements.

• Minimum 6 years of utility purchasing experience, preferred.

• Advancement towards Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation, preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.