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Title: IT Buyer Consultant Location: 333 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001Hours: 9AM to 5:30PM, &frac12; hour unpaid lunch, 35Term: Estimated at 6 monthsPosition Title:IT Buyer ConsultantLocation:333 W. 34th Street, 10th Floor, NYC# of Positions: 1Reporting to: Procurement DirectorSECTION 2: Summary of PositionExecutes sourcing strategies in line with overall business objectives and supports category management methodologies. Utilizes demand management to assess and prioritize internal customer requisitions, typically of a mid to high-level complexity, primarily leveraging RFP go-to- market strategies for an assigned portfolio of categories. Responsible for contract creation, administration, and supplier management through contract lifecycle. Works collaboratively with Project Managers, Legal, Cybersecurity, Risk Management and other functions as necessary to drive business value, cost savings, and efficiencies. SECTION 3: Dimensions of PositionThis position is responsible for the execution of sourcing requisitions as assigned by the Procurement Director and is expected to process multiple active requisitions simultaneously, anticipating varying degrees of complexity and value. In addition, the role continues to own related executed contracts through to closeout and/or renewal.SECTION 4: AccountabilitiesSourcing:<ul><li>Reviews and processes requisitions of mid to high-level complexity, dollar amount, criticality and priority independently, using RFP or go-to-market strategies.</li><li>Proactively seeks opportunities to consolidate business requirements to leverage spend and create opportunities to create value and cost savings.</li><li>Utilizes demand management to control and track business unit requirements and internal purchasing operations and eliminate waste.</li><li>Collaborates with Project Managers and internal stakeholders to validate Scope of Work content is appropriate and complete.</li><li>Leads cross-functional meetings and collaboration activities across multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Produces high quality award recommendations, summary documentation, or system reference information for each requisition, ensuring detailed spend information is available for future reference.</li><li>Determines how each procurement can contribute to diversity goals.</li><li>Drafts and distributes RFP documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.</li><li>Prepares Board approval paperwork for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds.</li><li>Drives the RFP process through to completion in a timely manner.</li><li>Initiates advertising for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds as required and identifies potential suppliers.</li><li>Evaluates RFP responses, ensuring they are compliant with policies, including pricing analysis.</li><li>Manages award process, collaborating with Legal and our other business partners on contract execution.</li><li>Coordinates distribution and collection of required government forms to awarded supplier.</li><li>Secures relevant market intelligence leveraging program analysts as required to gain further insight on market trends.</li><li>Non-RFP procurements, which include formal and informal solicitations of varying complexity, which may include utilizing existing contracts within the or utilizing contracts</li><li>Must be able to perform cost/price analysis and conduct vendor negotiations.</li></ul>Contract Management and Administration:<ul><li>Partners with stakeholders and legal teams to negotiate contracts in a timely manner, ensuring inclusion of appropriate commercial and operational terms.</li><li>Develops recommendations for award based upon agreed upon criteria.</li><li>Manages the full contract life cycle, including execution, change management, issue resolution, renewal, and close out.</li><li>Monitors contracts on a routine and as-needed basis to confirm goods and services were delivered and priced as planned, ensures continued compliance standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>Identifies and resolves past-due POs, match exceptions, pricing and freight charge discrepancies.</li></ul>Performance Indicators:<ul><li>Meets savings and value creation targets.</li><li>Meets diversity spend targets for assigned scope.</li><li>Meets agreed stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Achieves high percentage of events planned versus executed.</li><li>CHALLENGES:</li><li>Government regulations that impact timelines and extend delivery dates.</li><li>Gaining consensus across multiple agencies and key stakeholders.</li><li>Unforeseen urgent requisitions that trigger re-prioritization of work plans.</li><li>Incomplete visibility to historical spend and future demand.</li><li>DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:</li><li>Decide buying channel for all procurement activities.</li><li>Must interpret legal statutes and apply that judgment to all procurements</li><li>Interpret all agency procurement guidelines to determine what procurement requires board approval.</li><li>Determines how guidelines and rules apply to different procurement activities.</li><li>BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS THAT FACILITATE PROBLEM RESOLUTION:</li><li>Develops and manages key internal business relationships with key stakeholders and project managers.</li><li>Collaborates with internal business partners in the Legal, DDCR, Inventory Management, Finance, and Accounts Payable departments to ensure MTA&rsquo;s procure to pay lifecycle is working efficiently.</li><li>Manages supplier relationships, ensuring the continues to be in a position to obtain optimum goods and services through the life of the contract or subsequent renewals.</li><li>Leverages the Procurement Department&rsquo;s Operations and Support Team for category analysis research, report creation, and IT systems support.</li><li>Keeps immediate supervisor informed and seeks advice and support as needed.</li></ul>CI. TYPE AND LENGTH OF EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education. n Preferred 3 years satisfactory full-time sourcing and contract management experience; Supply chain management, RFP market strategies, informal and formal solicitatons, contract writing, negotiations, and contract administration.</li><li>Knowledge of procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policies, procedures, processes and risks, and ability to apply that understanding to daily work.</li><li>Knowledge of ERP Purchasing applications and other procurement-related software.</li><li>Good interpersonal and organization skills, strong attention to detail.</li><li>Works in diverse, cross-functional teams with limited guidance.</li><li>Solicits differing opinions to ensure understanding of complex issues and acts in a manner that builds and maintains trust.</li><li>Solid judgment with ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing circumstances</li><li>Works independently to meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hourExpected hours: 35 per weekWork Location: In person

IT Buyer

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

<div>About the Team
You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for creating assortment strategies based on analyzing sales and trend. Our job blends creativity, analytics, and marketing. As the Associate Buyer, you will work closely with a very passionate and collaborative group of team members that are excited about Merchandising! 
About the Role
You will develop business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the development of the brand, sales and profits for one department or assigned area. You will be responsible for coordinating information across functions working closely with Design, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Production, Packaging and Visual to ensure the process is followed and timelines met. You will attend and participate in design meetings while identifying opportunities and recommending new product or concepts for the department. 
Responsibilities
<ul><li><div>Perform market analysis obtain feedback from stores, competitive shop and analyze sales trends to keep abreast of current trends, make recommendations to improve product, and add to collections
</div></li><li><div>Develop and communicate annual and seasonal strategies to functional areas (Inventory, Design, Sourcing, Production, Packaging, Visual)
</div></li><li><div>Collaborate with Inventory Management to develop annual and seasonal financial plans and to provide Sourcing and Production Management with purchase quantities, delivery dates, flow and exit strategies for initial cost and production negotiations for new programs
</div></li><li><div>Provide Inventory Management with final assortment plans (line lists), product details, target retails, estimated IMU, importance to overall assortment (big bets), flow to DC and floor plan location for developing purchase projections and buy plans
</div></li><li><div>Collaborate with Inventory Management to recommend adjustments (markdowns, delivery changes and quantity changes) to the plan to maximize sales, profits, budget (OTB) and to protect the brand; determine contests and provide awards
</div></li><li><div>For assigned area, approve final: Product collections, order quantities, costing and delivery dates, changes that affect production deadlines and plan objectives, floor plan layouts, signage and in-store collateral
</div></li><li><div>Provide information to Visual team on in-store promotion strategies and placement of marked down goods
</div></li><li><div>Resolves and escalates difficult issues to Buyer, Call Center, and Stores
</div></li><li><div>Summarize and communicate merchandising information for store newsletters and emails Coordinate with Store Operation for disseminating information through appropriate channels
</div></li><li><div>Communicate pre-ticketing instructions to Sourcing and Production. Provide Inventory Management with pre-ticketing prices
</div></li><li><div>Provide Merchandise Coordinator with product information (facts, pricing) to create Product Information sheets
</div></li><li><div>Provide SKU information to Merchandising Operations for input
</div></li><li>Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
</li><li>Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis 
</li></ul><div></div>Criteria
<ul><li><div>BA/BS in a similar or related field
</div></li><li><div>3+ years in Merchandising
</div></li><li><div>Advanced retail math skills
</div></li><li><div>Advanced MS Excel skills; required to create pivot tables, advanced formulas, and functions such as VLOOKUPS
</div></li><li>This role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn office
</li></ul>#LI-LG1 
Our Culture &amp; Values
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available: 
 
 
Benefits
<ul><li>A generous discount on all WSI brands
</li><li>A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
</li><li>Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
</li><li>Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
</li><li>Tax-free commuter benefits
</li><li>A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health 
</li></ul>Continued Learning
<ul><li>In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
</li><li>Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
</li><li>Resources for self-development
</li><li>Advisor (Mentor) program
</li><li>Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series 
</li></ul>WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or &quot;sponsor&quot; an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration). 
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. 
The expected starting pay range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.</div>
 <div><div><div><div><div>Our Company
 
 
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark &amp; Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.</div></div></div></div></div>

Associate Buyer, Wall & Garden - West Elm

Saks

Salary Range $62,400 - $80,200*
 
Job Description: 
WHO WE ARE: 
Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision, The Art of You, Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own. By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.
 
Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.
 
YOU WILL BE: 
The Associate Buyer is responsible for developing and executing merchandise strategies for focus areas to deliver optimal profitability. You will use merchandise strategies, have robust product and industry knowledge to deliver results for the company with the support of the Buyer. Within your focus area you will oversee buying for stores and digital with a focus on: selecting, negotiating and delivering the right product to drive key performance indicators.Communication will be a critical part of success with both internal and external partners.
 
WHAT YOU WILL DO: 
Business Acumen: 
Develop strategic vision for a defined portion of the Buyers portfolio. Using data to make prudent and effective business decisions.
 
Anticipate business changes in a proactive manner and is adaptable to change
 
Partner with Planning on managing OTB hitting key metrics and liquidity targets.
 
Write buys based off of business analysis and assortment-planning tools.
 
Work closely with vendors, monitor industry trends, evaluate competition, and attend markets.
 
Analyze business and maximize opportunities. Manages receipts and flow of goods. Negotiates and collaborates with vendors.
 
Drives execution of the merchandise strategy, focusing on in-season management to ensure optimal productivity.
 
Continue to build and grow strong and meaningful vendor relationships.
 
Analyze reports to help synthesize data from all aspects of the business and multiple data points to quickly size risks and opportunities.
 
Work through ambiguity, while maintaining the agility and speed necessary to react to an off-price buying environment.
 
Make all business decisions in their area of responsibility with the customer experience in mind, becoming a customer champion in all aspects of the buying process.
 
Strong negotiator: 
Have knowledge of the price/value equation and anticipate the needs of the business.
 
Negotiate and secure merchandise for seasonal opportunities both in-season and packaway.
 
Business Pulse: 
Develop a strong sense of current business at any given moment
 
Monitor and reacts to inventory productivity
 
Collaborate with the Marketing and Digital team by owning the Seasonal Marketing Calendar
 
Have a pulse on the market trends and the competitive landscape.
 
Building Partnerships
 
Work closely and works well with all cross functional teams
 
Continues to gain knowledge of store landscapes and localization strategies
 
Navigate through the nuances of online promotions and strategies
 
Work with marketing teams on promotions and event pricing
 
Planning Knowledge and Partnerships
 
Identify business opportunities with planning team
 
Have thorough understanding of open-to-buy, markdown management and financials
 
Partner with Planning team with product assortments
 
Action-oriented: Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning. Seizes opportunities more than others. Armed with enough information to make good business decisions quickly.
 
Embracing Ambiguity: Shifts gears comfortably. Can decide and act without having the total picture. Comfortable handling risk and uncertainty.
 
Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly. Can anticipate future consequences and outcomes accurately
 
Decision Making: Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure
 
Perseverance: Able to push through to closure, even with business challenges or setbacks. Motivates team to maintain focus.
 
Interpersonal Savvy: Builds constructive and effective relationships internally and externally. Maintains key vendor relationships and continually develops new resources.
 
Learning on the fly: Able to learn quickly and be open to change. Able to grasp the underlying issue and path to resolution, especially in problem solving. Able to develop their own resources.
 
Time management/priority: Uses time effectively and efficiently. Able to shift priorities as needed and manage multiple competing priorities at the same time. Can attend to a broad scope of activities.
 
Career ambition/Self-development: Strong knowledge of self. Able to articulate and utilize strengths, while creating a plan to develop areas of opportunity. Able to size up situations and flex personal style as needed.
 
Taste level: Knows how to buy for the customer. Maintains view of overall assortment and is able to quickly seize opportunities
 
WHAT YOU WILL BRING: 
BFA or BA in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field
 
Must have 3-5 years of experience in a buying capacity, overseeing both the creative and financial aspects of merchandising
 
Strong analytical skill set
 
Strong ability to influence
 
Entrepreneurial mindset and fast learner
 
Comfortable to work up to 4 days a week in our Brookfield Place (NYC) Offices
 
YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL: 
Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
 
Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
 
Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
 
An amazing employee discount
 
Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
 
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
 
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
 
<ul>
<li>The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.</li>
</ul>

Associate Buyer

Donnelly & Moore Corporation

<div>
 
 Our Transportation Client in NYC is looking for an IT Buyer for 4 day a week onsite role 35 hour week. Pay Rate: 37/hour W2.
 
 
 
 
 SECTION 2: Summary of Position
 
 
 
 Executes sourcing strategies in line with overall business objectives and supports category management methodologies. Utilizes demand management to assess and prioritize internal customer requisitions, typically of a mid to high-level complexity, primarily leveraging RFP go-to- market strategies for an assigned portfolio of categories. Responsible for contract creation, administration, and supplier management through contract lifecycle. Works collaboratively with Project Managers, Legal, Cybersecurity, Risk Management and other functions as necessary to drive business value, cost savings, and efficiencies.
 
 
 
 SECTION 3: Dimensions of Position
 
 This position is responsible for the execution of sourcing requisitions as assigned by the Procurement Director and is expected to process multiple active requisitions simultaneously, anticipating varying degrees of complexity and value. In addition, the role continues to own related executed contracts through to closeout and/or renewal.
 
 
 
 SECTION 4: Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 Sourcing:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Reviews and processes requisitions of mid to high-level complexity, dollar amount, criticality and priority independently, using RFP or go-to-market strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactively seeks opportunities to consolidate business requirements to leverage spend and create opportunities to create value and cost savings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Utilizes demand management to control and track business unit requirements and internal purchasing operations and eliminate waste.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborates with Project Managers and internal stakeholders to validate Scope of Work content is appropriate and complete.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leads cross-functional meetings and collaboration activities across multiple stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Produces high quality award recommendations, summary documentation, or system reference information for each requisition, ensuring detailed spend information is available for future reference.
 </li>
 <li>
 Determines how each procurement can contribute to diversity goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drafts and distributes RFP documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepares Board approval paperwork for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drives the RFP process through to completion in a timely manner.
 </li>
 <li>
 Initiates advertising for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds as required and identifies potential suppliers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluates RFP responses, ensuring they are compliant with MTA policies, including pricing analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages award process, collaborating with Legal and our other business partners on contract execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinates distribution and collection of required government forms to awarded supplier.
 </li>
 <li>
 Secures relevant market intelligence leveraging program analysts as required to gain further insight on market trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Non-RFP procurements, which include formal and informal solicitations of varying complexity, which may include utilizing existing contracts within the MTA or utilizing
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 contracts such as the Office of the General Services (OGS), NYC Office of Technology and Innovation or generating solicitations.
 
 
 
 Contract Management and Administration:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partners with stakeholders and legal teams to negotiate contracts in a timely manner, ensuring inclusion of appropriate commercial and operational terms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develops recommendations for award based upon agreed upon criteria.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages the full contract life cycle, including execution, change management, issue resolution, renewal, and close out.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitors contracts on a routine and as-needed basis to confirm goods and services were delivered and priced as planned, ensures continued compliance to MTA standards,
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 policies, and procedures.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Identifies and resolves past-due POs, match exceptions, pricing and freight charge discrepancies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Performance Indicators:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Meets savings and value creation targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Meets diversity spend targets for assigned scope.
 </li>
 <li>
 Meets agreed stakeholder requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Achieves high percentage of events planned versus executed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Executes assigned requisitions in a timely fashion.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 SECTION 5: Nature and Scope
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 CHALLENGES:
 </li>
 <li>
 Government regulations that impact timelines and extend delivery dates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Gaining consensus across multiple agencies and key stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Unforeseen urgent requisitions that trigger re-prioritization of work plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Incomplete visibility to historical spend and future demand.
 </li>
 <li>
 DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:
 </li>
 <li>
 Decide buying channel for all procurement activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Must interpret legal statutes and apply that judgment to all procurements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interpret all agency procurement guidelines to determine what procurement requires board approval.
 </li>
 <li>
 Determines how guidelines and rules apply to different procurement activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS THAT FACILITATE PROBLEM RESOLUTION:
 </li>
 <li>
 Develops and manages key internal business relationships with key stakeholders and project managers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborates with internal business partners in the Legal, DDCR, Inventory Management, Finance, and Accounts Payable departments to ensure MTA's procure to pay lifecycle is working efficiently.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages supplier relationships, ensuring the MTA continues to be in a position to obtain optimum goods and services through the life of the contract or subsequent renewals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leverages the MTA BSC Procurement Department's Operations and Support Team for category analysis research, report creation, and IT systems support.
 </li>
 <li>
 Keeps immediate supervisor informed and seeks advice and support as needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 TYPE AND LENGTH OF EXPERIENCE:
 </li>
 <li>
 BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education.
 </li>
 <li>
 Preferred 3 years satisfactory full-time sourcing and contract management experience; Supply chain management, RFP market strategies, informal and formal solicitations, contract writing, negotiations, and contract administration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policies, procedures, processes and risks, and ability to apply that understanding to daily work.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of ERP Purchasing applications and other procurement-related software.
 </li>
 <li>
 Good interpersonal and organization skills, strong attention to detail.
 </li>
 <li>
 Works in diverse, cross-functional teams with limited guidance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solicits differing opinions to ensure understanding of complex issues and acts in a manner that builds and maintains trust.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid judgment with ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing circumstances.
 </li>
 <li>
 Works independently to meet deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Neotecra, Inc

We are seeking a detail-oriented procurement professional to manage mid- to high-complexity sourcing initiatives, run RFP processes, and oversee the full contract life cycle. This role partners closely with project managers, legal, risk, cybersecurity, and finance teams to deliver cost savings, supplier value, and compliance with internal policies and public-sector procurement regulations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Review and process sourcing requisitions, determine the best buying channel (RFP, existing contract, informal solicitation, etc.).</li><li>Draft, distribute, and manage Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation and other go-to-market strategies.</li><li>Consolidate requirements to leverage spend and identify cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct cost/price analysis, negotiate pricing and terms.</li><li>Partner with Legal and stakeholders to draft and execute contracts.</li><li>Administer contracts through their life cycle &mdash; change management, performance tracking, renewals, and closeout.</li><li>Resolve issues such as late deliveries, price discrepancies, and invoice exceptions.</li><li>Track and report on savings, diversity spend, and procurement KPIs.</li><li>Maintain positive supplier relationships to ensure optimal service and competitive pricing.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>~3+ years of sourcing and contract management experience (public sector or regulated industry preferred).</li><li>Strong knowledge of the procure-to-pay process, RFP strategies, and contract negotiations.</li><li>Experience with ERP procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Ariba, Coupa, etc.).</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.</li><li>Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Familiarity with public-sector purchasing rules/regulations.</li><li>Experience driving supplier diversity initiatives.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hourWork Location: On the road

JAV Food Corp.

Food BuyerSpecialty Food Retailer is seeking an experienced Food Buyer to join the Team!The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Food Buyer, strong negotiating skills, sourcing abilities, creative problem solving, sound business judgment and vendor management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is career focused and committed with drive, desire and energy to tackle major challenges and succeed. The successful candidate will also have the passion to continuously source new and exciting products and stay ahead of the trends. This position works directly with the company ownership and will learn from their many years of experience in the industry.If you're driven, business-savvy, and excited about curating an exceptional selection, we want to hear from you!Essential Skills and Job Duties<ul><li>Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>Thrives in fast-paced, high-demand settings while maintaining accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Quick to identify market trends, ensuring a competitive edge</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset</li><li>Strong negotiating skills to secure competitive pricing and favorable vendor relationships</li><li>Sourcing specialty food items and maintaining product variety and quality</li><li>Collaborate with ownership and management to align purchasing strategies with business goals.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in buying specialty foods</li><li>Proven track record of building and maintaining productive partnerships with suppliers and vendors</li><li>A degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline</li><li>Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze sales trends and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly</li><li>Tech-savvy with a strong command of Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills</li><li>Ability to learn and navigate business applications such as POS and purchase order systems</li></ul>Note: Please do not apply if you do not have 5 years&rsquo; experience as a Buyer. Strong computer skills are a must.Compensation (Suggested)<ul><li>Pay: $100K+, to commensurate with experience</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) with employer contribution</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>Employee discounts</li></ul>We Offer:Continuous learning and growth through:&middot; Ongoing training to sharpen your skills and expand your expertise&middot; Mentorship from industry leaders who share their knowledge and experience&middot; Encouragement and support to help you achieve your professional goals&middot; Open communication to keep you informed and engaged&middot; Challenging and stimulating work that keeps you motivated and inspiredAdditional Information <ul><li>Job Type: Full-time</li><li>Work Location: In person (no remote work)</li><li>Experience Requirements:</li><li>FOOD Purchasing: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Microsoft Excel Proficiency: 3 years (Required)</li><li>Equal Opportunity Employer</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Purchasing: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>New York, NY 10021 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Food Buyer

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

<div>Description 
 
 
<div><div>JOB TITLE: Senior Buyer (TCU Represented)</div><div> 
SALARY RANGE: $65,942 - $94,202</div><div> 
DEPT/DIV: MTA BSC Procurement Department</div><div> 
SUPERVISOR: Asst. Director, Transactional Procurement</div><div> 
LOCATION: 333 West 34th Street, 10th Floor</div><div> 
HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm</div></div> 
***This position is represented by the Transportation Communication Union (TCU)*** 
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation&rsquo;s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Position Objective:
Processes internal customer requisitions typically for low-dollar procurements for materials and services utilizing non-RFP marketing strategies. Responsible for managing the bidding process, contract creation, administration, and maintenance through the contract lifecycle. Works collaboratively with Project Managers, Legal, and other functions as necessary to secure leading-class contract terms and service levels in a timely fashion.
Although the Senior Buyer position has both Buying and Contract Management and Administration responsibilities, incumbents may be assigned to concentrate their work on either one or the other as needed.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Buyer position has both Buying and Contract Management and Administration responsibilities. Incumbents may be assigned to concentrate their work on either the Buying or Contract Management and Administration functions as needed. 
Buying:<ul><li>
Reviews and processes high volume and/or medium complexity requisitions independently.</li><li>
Verifies requisitions for accuracy and validates the scope of work, collaborating with Project Managers and internal stakeholders.</li><li>
Produces high-quality &ldquo;Memo to File&rdquo;, summary documentation, or system reference information for each requisition, ensuring detailed spend information is available for future reference.</li><li>
Determines how each procurement can contribute to diversity goals.</li><li>
Prepares Board approval paperwork for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds.</li><li>
Initiates advertising for requisitions that exceed defined $thresholds as required and identifies potential suppliers.</li><li>
Solicits quotes and evaluates bids, ensuring they are compliant with MTA policies, including pricing analysis.</li><li>
Initiates a proposal to consider new suppliers for requisitions that are not advertised.</li><li>
Manages the award process, collaborating with Legal on contract execution.</li><li>
Coordinates the distribution and collection of required government forms for the awarded supplier.</li></ul> 
Contract Management and Administration:<ul><li>
Manages ongoing contract administration and changes, as well as related PO revisions as needed.</li><li>
Reviews contracts on a routine and as-needed basis to monitor pricing, delivery, and other KPI's, ensuring compliance with MTA standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Manages contract issues, including delivery, supplier performance, price changes post negotiation, scope/product changes, etc.</li><li>
Keeps requester informed of status, delivery, and price changes.</li><li>
Identifies and resolves past-due POs, match exceptions, pricing, and freight charge discrepancies, and invoice issues.</li></ul> 
Performance Indicators:<ul><li>
 Meets savings and value creation targets.</li><li>
Meets diversity spend targets for the assigned scope.</li><li>
Meets agreed stakeholder requirements.</li><li>
Achieves a high percentage of events planned versus executed.</li><li>
Executes assigned requisitions in a timely fashion</li></ul> 
Qualifications:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 
<ul><li>
Supply chain management, bidding and sealed bidding processes, contract writing and administration.</li><li>
Ability to complete routine purchasing transactions effectively, efficiently, and accurately from requisition to purchase order close in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Knowledge of the procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policies, procedures, processes, and risks, and ability to apply understanding to daily work.</li><li>
Knowledge of ERP Purchasing applications and other procurement-related software.</li><li>
Interpersonal and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.</li><li>
Actively solicits differing opinions to ensure understanding of complex issues and acts in a manner that builds and maintains trust.</li><li>
Solid judgment with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing circumstances.</li><li>
Knowledge of government procurement requirements such as sealed bids, advertising requirements, and diversity spend targets.</li></ul> 
Required Education and Experience: 
<ul><li>
BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, or related field</li><li>
5+ years of satisfactory full-time transactional procurement experience</li></ul>
Other Information
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
According to the New York State Public Officers Law &amp; the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the &ldquo;Commission&rdquo;).
Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers, or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.</div>

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