Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

About Us Founded in 1996, cyberThink is committed to building and maintaining exceptional relationships with our clients and candidates. A leading provider of full range staffing and services in the United States, cyberThink has successfully helped countless companies to identify, attract and recruit talented professional employees at all levels. Along with this effort cyberThink has successfully assisted individuals to vastly improve their careers and find new opportunities by connecting first-rate tech talent with leading companies. We use our intuition, flexibility and comprehensive resources to recognize the needs of leading tech companies and help partner them with top technical and leadership talent. Mission Statement cyberThink's goal is to fully satisfy its customer's needs through exceptional service, dedication and cost-effectiveness. We want to help you better position your company by providing you with the best professional and technical talent available. Our Services cyberThink provides staffing services to a wide range of elite clients from emerging midsize companies to established global enterprises. These resources cover all levels of experience from C-Level Executives to Administrators and Developers. Our professional staffing services include: Consulting, Full-Time Employee Placement, Right-to-Hire services No matter which approach is required, cyberThink offers a value-added solution that matches your goals and needs. Visit one of the following sections on cyberThink's services or industry experience to learn more about how cyberThink can deliver answers right to your doorstep. cyberThink's Sustainability Goals for 2014 Energy Reduction by consolidating data center servers via virtualization, 100% Waste Reduction by recycling all plastic, paper, cell phones, electronics, and bottles, Workforce Wellness improvement by enrolling 50% of home office smokers in a cessation program, contributing to membership fees at fitness centers, and facilitating free flu shots, Doubling our commitment to Community Investment by supporting more Charities and volunteering our services at local at programs Human Rights cyberThink strives to create a better world by creating an inclusive workplace that is respectful and welcoming of diversity. cyberThink requires that its business be conducted with honesty and integrity, and in full compliance with all applicable laws. Company policies establish clear ethical standards and guidelines for how we do business and establish accountability. All company employees are required to obey the law and comply with specific standards relating to legal obligations, ethics, and business conduct. cyberThink has clear accountability mechanisms in place to monitor and report on compliance with these directives. Diversity & Safe Work Place cyberThink supports and upholds the elimination of discriminatory practices with respect to employment and occupation, and promotes and embraces diversity in all aspects of its business operations. cyberThink also provides a safe and healthy working environment for all its employees. Our policies also ensure that human rights are taken into account in procurement decisions.

Job Description

Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. May require a bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Support staff must be intellectually mature, articulate, and able to deal effectively with process management as well as MOS management internally and coordinating with key sourcing stakeholders. Should have excellent written and presentation skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple activities simultaneously. Support the commodity teams by assisting in the following tasks to allow commodity teams to drive eAuction success: Compile and schedule SRA0, Ensure export compliance, Send out RFQs to suppliers, Respond to supplier questions, Update CTT schedule, Create/Update Ariba eAuction project, Create/Update Ariba Contract Workspace, Negotiate T&Cs prior to auction, Compile and schedule SRA1s as needed, Compile folders for compliance package, Follow up calls to suppliers to ensure timely response to RFQ and signature dates, Follow up calls to ensure supplier participation in the auction, Works with cross functional teams to ensure eAuction project objectives and timelines are met, Change Agent: Effectively support integration of new and existing processes into Strategic Sourcing MOS and cross-functionally as required.

Qualifications

Read, Write and Speak in English, U.S Citizen, Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, IT, or related field preferred, 1+ years of experience in sourcing, planning, or related field in the supply chain preferred, Experience working in large, complex multi-national firms preferred. Demonstrated experience with Ariba preferred, Demonstrated experience working with external suppliers preferred, Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, Ability to deal with all levels of personnel, both internally and externally, Ability to effectively influence stakeholders within and outside the sourcing organization, Advanced level expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word.), Experience with SAP desired

Additional Information

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