Procurement Assistant

Procurement Assistant/BuyerDewberry is seeking a Procurement Assistant/Buyer in our corporate headquarters located in Fairfax VA. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the selected candidate will support the procurement team by managing procurement tasks, tracking inventory, consulting with vendors, and assisting in product selection and pricing strategies. The Buyer shall conduct business in accordance with the standard operating procedures of this organization and/or in accordance with company best practices.Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.ResponsibilitiesReceive and review requisitions for completeness, accuracy, and clarityConduct market research for assigned commodities and identify potential suppliersPerform initial evaluation and screening of potential suppliersPrepare purchase orders in accordance with procurement policiesOversee Dewberry supplier's portals (review and approve orders entered, etc.)Monitor and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve delaysManage discrepancies during the receiving process, including 2/3-way matchingReconcile invoices and coordinate with Accounts Payable as neededProvide ERP user assistance and support for ERP system trainingOversee and manage special projects assignedSupports day-to-day procurement activitiesRequired Skills & Required ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred1+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing or related field preferredStrong analytical, organizational, and time management skillsStrong understanding of procurement principles and practicesExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsExperience with Deltek Vantagepoint a plusAbility to multitask, work under pressure and maintain mindfulnessDon't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employee's. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.*All recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.Salary RangeThe projected range for this position is $45,000-$58,000 annually in our Fairfax, VA office. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.