Procurement Specialist 4

Job Title Procurement Specialist Location San Jose, CA Pay Range $47.00/hr - $51.00/hr Summary The main function of a Procurement Specialist is to lead in determining and managing the sourcing strategy within a defined category or subcategories, identifying and engaging with senior stakeholders. The manager will oversee the sourcing process and materials/reports for management, as well as provide sourcing and procurement advice to business areas. Job Responsibilities Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and to define and implement the category strategy, plans and processes for sourcing goods and services. Maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of the business drivers and have a comprehensive understanding of how they affect the business strategy. Act as a subject matter expert on procurement policies, processes and best practice. Manage key sourcing activities for business projects, ensuring timely delivery and budgeting with appropriate risk management. Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key existing strategic suppliers and identify potential new partners. Monitor compliance with the business' sourcing process, acting as an internal consultant for each stage in the process. Develop category or sub-category strategy, plans, sourcing pipelines. Skills Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and negotiation skills. Strong analytical and decision‑making skills. Understanding of procurement and sourcing techniques and supply chain management. Experience in procurement or purchasing. Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field. 8-10 years’ experience. Top 3 Must‑Have HARD Skills & Years of Experience Contract / Procurement experience - 8 Years Microsoft Office competency - 8 Years Change Order Review & Processing - 8 Years Experience working in Data Center Typical Day in the Role Daily monitoring of on hand and expected delivery of long lead equipment to project site. Partner with GC to ensure accurate equipment storage to include receipt, care and custody and maintenance is executed. Partner with Contracting, Cost, Schedule and Construction peers to ensure work plans are coordinated and supported. Monitor, communicate, escalate and mitigate risks including equipment and supplier tech resource constraints. Ideal Background of a Candidate Data Center procurement and / or contract execution for long lead equipment. Inventory management of stored equipment including managing vendor on care & custody. Benefits Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Insurance 401(k), Plus Match Weekly Pay Miscellaneous P.S: No third Party or C2C #J-18808-Ljbffr ManpowerGroup Global, Inc.