Procurement Specialists

Wits Solutions Inc. (WITS) is a SBA certified Small Disadvantaged Business with headquarters in the metropolitan Washington D.C. area. WITS has been providing best-in-class solutions in professional IT and administrative consulting to various Federal, State, Local and commercial customers. At WITS, we believe in working not for our clients but with them. This is why right from the beginning; our analysts and solution-builders work closely with our clients to ensure that the project outcomes continue to deliver value long into the future.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Procurement Specialist supports the University's purchasing and sourcing operations by procuring goods and services in compliance with institutional policies, public procurement regulations, and best practices. The role collaborates with internal departments and suppliers to ensure cost-effective, timely, and compliant procurement activities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing activities for goods and services.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Conduct supplier sourcing, evaluation, and selection.
• Support RFQ, RFP, and bid solicitation processes.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and vendor agreements.
• Maintain procurement records and contract documentation.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and applicable procurement regulations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to meet operational and project purchasing needs.
• Monitor vendor performance and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Assist with spend analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

Required Skills

• Procurement & Purchasing
• Strategic Sourcing
• Vendor Management
• Contract Administration
• RFQ/RFP/Bid Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Procurement Compliance
• Spend Analysis & Reporting
• ERP/Procurement Systems (Banner, Workday, PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, or similar)
• Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong Communication and Analytical Skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

Preferred Experience

• 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or contract management experience.
• Experience in Higher Education, Government, Public Sector, or other regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of public procurement and competitive bidding processes.