$79,000 - $88,500
The Senior Specialist, Procurement will support the implementation of a new centralized procurement program and strategic sourcing of supplies and services. They will assist in training APHL staff on the procurement process and assist with sourcing activities. The Senior Specialist, Procurement is a SME of the procurement process and new ERP system selected. The Senior Specialist will work closely with APHL departments to assist with quotes, RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, requisitions, contracts, and corporate cards. Background sourcing lab supplies and equipment is a plus.
The Senior Specialist, Procurement will support implementation of best practices for forecasting, sourcing, risk mitigation, and vendor relationship management. The Senior Specialist maintains excellent relations with program departments to ensure clarity of requirements and customer orientation. They will assist in training APHL staff on procurement policies and procedures.
The Senior Specialist, Procurement must have experience in sourcing, RFQs, and RFPs in multiple categories. They must also have experience working with stakeholders from multiple departments.
This position requires experience sourcing, negotiating, and handling supplier management. A customer service mentality is required. The individual must have experience working closely with departments to assist in handling sourcing events and making sure proper procedures are followed. Experience using an ERP system.
Outstanding written and verbal communications skills are necessary. The individual must be highly organized, disciplined, resourceful and skillful in prioritizing, delegating, and planning work, with a desire for continuous improvement. Strong interpersonal and social skills are required to establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
At least, 5 years relevant professional work experience in procurement or sourcing. Experience procuring in various categories is preferred. Experience in working in a Lab related environment is a plus.
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