Overview
On Site
$40 - $55 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp
Skills
Marketing Intelligence
MI
Market Analysis
Quoting
Proposal Writing
Negotiations
Innovation
Contract Management
NDA
Management
Procurement
Strategic Sourcing
Request For Proposal
Risk Management
Microsoft Excel
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Grand Rapids, MI that is seeking an IT Category/Procurement Specialist who will conduct market analyses and Request for Quote/Proposal to meet business requirements as identified with the stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct negotiations with suppliers in terms of delivery, quality and price
* Manage and develop the supply base, to achieve our targets in delivery, quality, cost and innovation
* Maintain and develop relationships with strategic suppliers including contract management (NDA's, Long Term/Supply Contracts, etc.)
* Supervise and manage influences on performance and achievements on the Procurement's critical metrics, in line with local requirements and rules
* Support in regional and global Indirect Procurement initiatives
REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of experience in IT procurement
* Experience with strategic sourcing and Request for Proposal process
* Working understanding of contractual relationships, terms and conditions, and risk mitigation
* Understanding of market conditions
* Strong capabilities with Word and Excel
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce has a client in Grand Rapids, MI that is seeking an IT Category/Procurement Specialist who will conduct market analyses and Request for Quote/Proposal to meet business requirements as identified with the stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct negotiations with suppliers in terms of delivery, quality and price
* Manage and develop the supply base, to achieve our targets in delivery, quality, cost and innovation
* Maintain and develop relationships with strategic suppliers including contract management (NDA's, Long Term/Supply Contracts, etc.)
* Supervise and manage influences on performance and achievements on the Procurement's critical metrics, in line with local requirements and rules
* Support in regional and global Indirect Procurement initiatives
REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of experience in IT procurement
* Experience with strategic sourcing and Request for Proposal process
* Working understanding of contractual relationships, terms and conditions, and risk mitigation
* Understanding of market conditions
* Strong capabilities with Word and Excel
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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