What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Laisar Management Group, LLC?
Overview
Since our founding, Laisar has contributed to the revitalization and development of communities by using data to help organizations understand the social, economic and environmental benefits of actively engaging with the surrounding communities in which they operate. We help clients tell data-driven compelling stories about their socioeconomic impact, gain new insights into their organization, update their business diversity strategy, and actively comply with government and corporate requirements for supplier diversity.
Job Summary
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to serve as a member of our Project Team for the Key Bridge Rebuild Project in the Baltimore area. The project field office is located in Hanover, MD. The individual selected for this role will assist on the Key Bridge Rebuild Project in executing contracts from start to finish for assigned scope of work. Will be expected to lead discussions advancing the procurement process while vetting discrepancies and issues to ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule, in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations, and in alignment with Kiewit contracting processes.
Responsibilities
- Prepare/issue Request for Proposals (RFP’s) that align with project specific requirements.
- Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier’s reputation and history.
- Serve as a liaison between the project team, vendor, and legal to resolve escalated, complex, or disputed contract issues.
Qualifications
- Supply chain experience working with the RFP/Bid process, contract development/negotiation and execution.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Detail oriented with effective organization and coordination skills.
- Ability to:
- Learn company specific applications and procedures
- Remain flexible when dealing with changing requirements
- Multi-task and work proactively to resolve issues
- Work independently
- Effectively collaborate with others in a team-based environment
- Strong work ethic that can work effectively as an individual contributor and as part of a team with the ability to build strong relationships.
Other Requirements
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Commitment to safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $96,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Contract management: 5 years (Required)
- Contractor management: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hanover, MD 21076 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hanover, MD 21076: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $96,000 - $100,000
