What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Buyer) position at LHH Recruitment Solutions?
Job Description
Job Description
LHH is assisting our Jersey City, New Jersey client in their search for a long-term Strategic Sourcing Specialist on a contract basis. This role can last up to 2 years and is a great opportunity to join a tenured team with an excellent company culture. During the initial training period, the role will be fully onsite and then transition to a hybrid schedule.
Pay rate up to $45 per hour
Hybrid after Training
Job Responsibilities :
Assist departments with identifying suppliers for their procurement needs
Negotiate the lowest price for non-bid transactions
Interpret and communicate procurement policies and procedures to stakeholders
Request and analyze quotations and RFX results to ensure the best overall price
Support preparation and execution of RFXs and other key transactions
Establish relationships with suppliers to understand service capabilities, negotiate terms and conditions, and follow up on performance issues
Review and approve requisitions routed to the queue in a timely manner
Maintain a professional relationship between the client and suppliers
Communicate effectively with key client stakeholders to support meeting all fiduciary responsibilities and procurement needs
Ensure adherence and consistency with Client’s policies, state, and federal regulations
Train and develop respective training materials for the Client’s procurement systems, such as eProcurement and a travel management booking tool
Audit existing supplier files for compliance with federal and State of New Jersey regulatory requirements
Verify new or existing supplier files against state and federal databases for verification of supplier business status
Collaborate with the Sourcing team on organizational initiatives and reporting
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, supply management, or related field (preferred)
Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables) and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Certificate of Insurance and W9
Strong attention to detail, multitasking
Minimum of 3 years' procurement experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to foster relationships with a diverse community
Excellent analytical skills
Comfortable with public speaking
C.P.M. or C.P.S.M. certification (preferred)
eProcurement system experience- Client moving to Unipart
Team player
Pay Details : $40.00 to $45.00 per hour
Search managed by : Ellen Slovikowsky
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $40 - $45
