Junior Procurement Analyst

Junior Procurement AnalystIRI believes in commitment, integrity and strategic workforce solutions.Integrated Resources, Inc., is led by a seasoned team with combined decades in the industry. We deliver strategic workforce solutions that help you manage your talent and business more efficiently and effectively. Since launching in 1996, IRI has attracted, assembled and retained key employees who are experts in their fields. This has helped us expand into new sectors and steadily grow.We've stayed true to our focus of finding qualified and experienced professionals in our specialty areas. Our partner-employers know that they can rely on us to find the right match between their needs and the abilities of our top-tier candidates. By continually exceeding their expectations, we have built successful ongoing partnerships that help us stay true to our commitments of performance and integrity.Our team works hard to deliver a tailored approach for each and every client, critical in matching the right employers with the right candidates. We forge partnerships that are meant for the long term and align skills and cultures. At IRI, we know that our success is directly tied to our clients' success.Job DescriptionPosition: Process AnalystDuration: 1 YearLocation: Hicksville, NY (175 E. Old Country Rd)Direct Client: Immediate interviewPosition has primary responsibility for supporting process improvements, evaluation, analysis, technical services and project leadership in support of the Procurement Governance group. Assist in collection and evaluation of sourcing data of all types. Evaluate existing operational processes to identity efficiencies. Will participate/support cross-functional teams, assisting with the evaluation and analysis of data. Evaluate and assist in the implementation of new technical solutions to support the Procurement process.Staff Associate with primary responsibility for facilitating and tracking the RFP process for large capital projects and supporting the Contract Management process. The position requires the individual to perform market analysis, sourcing, negotiations, contract execution, implementation, rollout, supplier performance and supplier relationship management in support of the Contract Managers. The individual must maintain focus on safety, quality and reliability at all times. Work directly with cross-functional business teams to develop and implement contracts delivering significant value and savings (or lowest total cost of ownership) to the company. Ensures compliance with negotiated results through supplier measurement evaluations and comprehensive periodic tracking and reporting of results, and institutes continuous improvement supplier development for the life cycle of the contract with key suppliers. Achieves financial performance and process improvement targets for self and team. Responsibilities include fostering change management, extensive client relationship management, communicating contractual commitmentsRequired:BS/BA degree or equivalent experience.Professional certification and/or 2-3 years of purchasing experience. Experience in selection and management of suppliers providing services and products is required. Strong analytical, market analysis and cost modeling skills. Team facilitation, presentation and organizational skills.Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to facilitate clear and concise presentations in front of large audiences.Thorough knowledge of competitive bidding process, contract terms and strong negotiation skills. Strong PC skills, e.g. with PowerPoint, Excel and Word.Desired:MBA. Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance or scientific field, CPM, APICS certification and experience in technical discipline preferred. Knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Access, e-sourcing and e-procurement applications a plus.