Buyer

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Buyer in San Antonio, TX.Duties:* Conducts all phases in the development of moderately complex acquisitions of third-party/affiliate solutions to include consulting on statements of work, creating requests for proposals, identification of qualified suppliers, proposal evaluations and negotiations* Applies proficient knowledge in the design and execution of moderately complex sourcing plans and solutions designed to achieve client's strategy through deployment of third-party solutions.* Contract redlining and developing cost analysis, charts, and/or supporting documentation* Interprets the provisions and specific terms of low to complex risk contracts that can decrease the Enterprise's ability to execute on the mission, damage reputation, and/or impair financial stability of the Enterprise such that capital strength of liquidity is temporarily impacted* Collaborates with Legal and other subject matter experts as needed to interpret and ensure accuracy of contracts and resolve escalated issues* Coordinates with key stakeholders to gather business requirements and specifications to design third-party solutions to achieve optimal business outcomes* Provides client consultation on medium to complex actions, evaluates client requirements and advises in the development of contract specifications to achieve pre-established savings, quality, and risk/cost avoidance targets* Validates contract against established controls to drive regulatory compliance* Engages with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure value-added, compliant, and consistent procurement experiences across assigned client group* Evaluates commercial models and creates negotiated alternatives for medium to complex contract actions requiring moderate term and condition negotiation* Utilizes proficient knowledge and experience negotiating and authoring to execute low to moderately complex agreementsRequirements* 4 years of experience in procurement strategy, to include: planning, sourcing, solutioning, and supplier relationship management* 2 years of experience negotiating and authoring contracts, terms and conditions, and pricing* Solid written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, interpersonal skills, and strong attention to detail* Proficiency with contracting & analytical tools, including Microsoft Office productsJob TypeContractCompensation27 - $28