Senior Procurement Specialist

Position: Sr Procurement Specialist

Company: Large Financial Firm

Location: New York, NY 10282

Duration: 6 Month Contract to Hire

Environment: 5 days a week on site

Pay Range: $65/HR - $75/HR

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of construction procurement experience
• Owners representative background
• BS in Construction Management or relative degree

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Sr. Procurement Specialist to support a very large financial firm and their non-capital construction projects primarily. All work will be based out New York City. Responsibilities included below:

• Review project requirements and draft/review/finalize procurement strategy memos
• Prepare and issue Requests for Information / Requests for Qualification / Requests for Proposal in client's Project Management Information System
• Follow up with, and respond to vendors prior to releasing the RFP, during the bid period, and after bid submission, to answer any questions up to the award
• Level and analyze bids based on completeness, competitiveness, compliance, adherence to quality expectations, cost, schedule, ESG, diversity, etc.
• Be knowledgeable of industry trends to determine appropriate pricing
• Prepare and issue analysis report and recommendation
• Engage with General Contractors, Architects, Engineers and FF&E vendors to execute the work strategy
• Participate in successful and unsuccessful bidder calls
• Participate in negotiation and evaluation of contracts
• Prepare purchase orders, letter agreements, and contracts for all appointments (consultants / contractors / etc.), including any reviews with client's legal counsel
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and contractors
• Conduct market research to identify new vendors and evaluate their capabilities
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and budgets
• Monitor and report on procurement performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for procurement processes

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Healthcare benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, financial protection benefits, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options. 401k retirement account access is offered starting on the 90th day with employer matching after one year of service. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.