Procurement Specialist

Our client is seeking a Procurement Specialist4 to join their team.

Job Title:
Procurement Specialist 4

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Pay Range: $36.00/hr.

- $40.00/hr.

What’s the Job?

The main function of a Procurement Specialist is to lead in managing the sourcing within defined subcategories, identifying and engaging with senior stakeholders. The manager will oversee the sourcing execution and materials/reports for management, as well as provide sourcing and procurement advice to business areas.

• Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and to execute the plans and processes for sourcing goods and services.
• Maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of the business drivers and have a comprehensive understanding of how they affect the business strategy.
• Act as a subject matter expert on procurement policies, processes and best practice.
• Manage key sourcing activities for business projects, ensuring timely delivery and budgeting with appropriate risk management.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key existing strategic suppliers.
• Monitor compliance with the business' sourcing process, acting as an internal consultant for each stage in the process.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Understanding of procurement and sourcing techniques and supply chain management.
• Experience in procurement or purchasing.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, or related field
• 8-10 years’ experience

• Procurement Management - 6 years
• Contract Management - 6 years
• MS Office - 6 years

Partner with General Contractor (OFCI Manager), Microsoft Construction Project Manager and Site Contract management teams. Monitor OFCI equipment deliverables to contractual and confirmed supply dates. First line escalation of equipment delays and / or defects affecting construction schedule. First line escalation of Field Tech availability, support and compliance to site standards. Partner with Construction and Contract Management to identify contractual performance deviation (Claims Management).

Risk tracking and Microsoft Data Hygiene. Project and Org. meetings as required.

Construction and/or contract management supporting hyperscale industry.

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects prioritized by senior leadership
• Engagement in innovative hardware and software development leveraging Microsoft ecosystem integration
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team of professionals
• Gain valuable experience in quality assurance and release management for cutting-edge technology
• Work in a dynamic environment that encourages growth and continuous learning

Note: P.S:
No Third Party or C2C

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About Manpower Group, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

Manpower Group® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills.

Our expert family of brands –
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 Manpower Group was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.