Qureos Mentor

Abacus

For nearly 40 years, Abacus has been providing innovative business solutions that help organizations turn their visions into reality. With a focus on industry-specific needs and technology-driven approaches, Abacus delivers exceptional value through strategic consulting, enterprise resource planning, and digital transformation services. The company is dedicated to partnering with clients to enhance their operations and achieve leadership in their respective industries.

<div>
 
 
 Title: Procurement Executive
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHO WE ARE
 
 
 
 At Abacus, we specialize in technology, outsourcing, and people solutions, bringing nearly 40 years of experience shaped alongside the organizations we support. As a global professional services leader, our focus remains on providing bespoke solutions that enable organizations to create the future of business and embrace change for sustainable growth, powered by a global team of over 5,000 people.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHAT WE DO
 
 
 
 Across digital transformation, emerging technologies, SAP enterprise solutions, outsourcing, and human capital, we support organizations in building environments that operate effectively and scale with the business. Today, this extends to more than 1,500 enterprise clients, where the focus remains on creating systems that are not only functional, but ready to adapt and evolve over time.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 POSITION OVERVIEW
 
 
 
 The Procurement Executive will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and cost optimization objectives. The role requires strong vendor management, negotiation, contract coordination, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Receive, review, and process purchase requisitions in accordance with approved procurement policies and procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Source and evaluate vendors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality standards, and timely delivery.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs as required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtain, compare, and evaluate supplier quotations to achieve the best value for the organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and service agreements with suppliers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure compliance with the approved authorization matrix.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and completion of services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop, maintain, and regularly update supplier databases and approved vendor records.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct supplier performance evaluations and recommend improvements where necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with the Legal Department for contract reviews, drafting, execution, and management of service agreements and SLAs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain complete procurement documentation, including quotations, comparative analyses, purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and correspondence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor procurement budgets, spending trends, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with Finance and Accounts for invoice verification, payment processing, vendor reconciliations, and procurement reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare periodic procurement reports, vendor performance reports, savings reports, and management summaries.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support internal and external audits by ensuring accurate and complete procurement records.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Technical Skills
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and vendor management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with RFQs, RFPs, RFIs, contract management, and supplier negotiations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of procurement governance, compliance requirements, and audit standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and commercial evaluation skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with ERP systems and procurement management tools is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong documentation, reporting, and record-keeping capabilities.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience managing end-to-end procurement activities in a corporate environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to supplier evaluation, contract administration, and procurement budgeting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams including Finance, Legal, Operations, and Business Units.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with procurement best practices, supplier performance management, and cost optimization initiatives.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Procurement, or a related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Contract Management will be considered an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 2&ndash;5 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 WHAT WE OFFER
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to enterprise-scale procurement and vendor management activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 A collaborative, professional, and growth-oriented work environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Continuous learning opportunities and access to professional development resources.
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunity to work with a globally recognized professional services leader.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Abacus | Enabling Organizations to Create the Future of Business
 
 
</div>

Procurement Executive

<div>
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 As a collaborative member of our global Talent Acquisition team, the Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment across a variety of roles, departments, and geographies&mdash;driving searches from kickoff through offer acceptance. This role partners closely with hiring teams to deliver efficient, high-quality hiring outcomes while leveraging data, market insights, and structured processes to optimize search performance. As the first member of the Abacus team whom the candidate interacts with, you will be an Ambassador of Abacus&rsquo; culture, values, and mission, providing an exceptional candidate experience throughout.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities (including, But Not Limited To)
 
 
 
 
 
 Conduct Full-Cycle Recruitment for Assigned Requisitions
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Own full-cycle recruiting across multiple requisitions, from kickoff through offer and onboarding transition
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage candidate pipelines within the ATS, ensuring accurate candidate data, tracking, updates, and reporting across systems such as Monday.com and Greenhouse
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with hiring managers to define role scope, interview processes, and candidate profiles during kickoff and throughout the search lifecycle
 </li>
 <li>
 Design and optimize interview processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, and proper evaluation standards aligned with company policy
 </li>
 <li>
 Schedule and coordinate interviews, drive bi-weekly hiring syncs, and maintain process momentum across stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Review interview feedback, manage scorecard digestion, and guide hiring teams toward data-driven decisions
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead offer processes including compensation alignment, approvals, and candidate negotiations; escalate complex cases as needed
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and resolve search challenges, bottlenecks, and pipeline gaps to maintain progress against hiring goals
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Manage The Candidate Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proactively communicate in a way that enhances the candidate&rsquo;s experience; ensure each candidate walks away feeling valued and informed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify process gaps or inefficiencies that may require resolution or refinement, keeping the candidate experience top of mind.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Engage Your Stakeholders
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build strong relationships with hiring teams and cross-functional partners while acting as an Abacus culture ambassador for external candidates
 </li>
 <li>
 Escalate to TA leadership to coordinate advanced or nuanced role handling, align internal messaging, or to escalate search roadblocks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide market insights on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscape to inform hiring strategy
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Contribute to Team Excellence
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure adherence to hiring compliance standards and structured interview practices
 </li>
 <li>
 Support coordination with third-party vendors and external recruiting partners when required
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with the broader Talent Acquisition team, providing support, sharing insights, and assisting with escalations
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with related HRBPs on internal candidates, equity reviews, and org design within their business groups.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain an acute awareness of your activity metrics, weekly objectives, and search performance data to identify opportunities for personal and team improvement.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 High-volume requisition management with the ability to prioritize competing searches
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to independently drive multiple searches forward and with the flexibility to adapt to changing needs
 </li>
 <li>
 Tenacious and goal-oriented with the ability to employ creative, compliant solutions to hiring challenges&mdash;always pressing ahead
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic thinking with the ability to advise hiring teams on recruiting best practices and process design
 </li>
 <li>
 Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret market trends and pipeline metrics
 </li>
 <li>
 Problem-solving skills to navigate search challenges and optimize outcomes
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels of the organization
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to influence and guide hiring decisions while maintaining a collaborative approach
 </li>
 <li>
 Aware of the compliance obligations present in a hiring process and knows how and when to escalate
 </li>
 <li>
 Relationship-building skills with a focus on delivering strong candidate and hiring team experiences
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in recruiting tools and systems, including ATS and sourcing platforms
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an empathetic mindset towards candidate and hiring team experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong professional demeanor and composure regarding the personal or confidential information presented within or in context to a role search
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (required). Four-year degree preferred in a business-oriented field (Human Resources, Marketing, Communications).
 </li>
 <li>
 3&ndash;5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including ownership of high-volume requisition loads
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience managing 10+ concurrent roles within an ATS environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Technical recruiting exposure required (minimum 3 years supporting roles in IT, Cybersecurity, Systems, Software, or IT Professional Services)
 </li>
 <li>
 IT MSP or Professional Services recruiting experience, preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated experience supporting roles across varying levels of seniority (individual contributor through Manager, with growth toward Director-level searches)
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience with recruiting and project management tools, including:
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Greenhouse or other ATS (required)
 </li>
 <li>
 LinkedIn Recruiter and job boards (Indeed, etc.) (required)
 </li>
 <li>
 Monday.com or other pipeline and requisition tracking tool (preferred)
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Availability: Ability/flexibility to work in the evening hours to collaborate with hiring managers who operate in a 24x7 environment.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 The Benefits Of Working For Abacus
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Part of a team of experienced professionals that aim to deliver exceptional service
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive compensation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Internal opportunities for career advancement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Robust benefits package: medical, life insurance, and PTO.
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunities to further learning through online courses.
 </li>
 <li>
 Positive, friendly, and supportive office environment.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Talent Acquisition Specialist

<div>
 
 Job Overview:
 
 
 
 We are looking for a skilled and proactive
 
 Security Specialist
 
 to design, implement, and manage secure architectures across modern application environments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in
 
 API security, microservices architecture, and DevSecOps practices
 
 , ensuring robust protection of systems, data, and digital assets.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and implement secure API and microservices architectures aligned with industry best practices
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and enforce API security frameworks, including authentication, authorization, and threat protection mechanisms
 </li>
 <li>
 Integrate security practices within DevSecOps pipelines, ensuring secure code deployment and continuous monitoring
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage and implement consent management services in compliance with data privacy regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis across applications and infrastructure
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to embed security across the SDLC
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely mitigation and reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay updated with emerging security threats, tools, and compliance standards
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Skills &amp; Qualifications:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proven experience in application security, API security, or cybersecurity roles
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of microservices architecture and secure API development
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience with DevSecOps tools and practices (CI/CD security, SAST, DAST, etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of API security standards (OAuth2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT, API gateways)
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with consent and identity management solutions
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, or relevant cloud security certifications
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with API management platforms (Apigee, Kong, MuleSoft, etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, etc.)
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Why Join Us?
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Opportunity to work on modern, scalable, and secure architectures
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in cloud and API security
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborative and growth-driven environment
 
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

SECURITY SPECIALIST

Join Abacus and explore 3   exciting career opportunities. They're hiring for various roles with options for remote or on-site work. Apply today and become part of their innovative team.

Abacus

About Company

Procurement Executive

Talent Acquisition Specialist

SECURITY SPECIALIST