Procurement Contracts Manager

at  Rally Engineering Inc

We are seeking a skilled Procurement and Contracts Manager to join our Project Delivery team.

EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a good understanding of supply chain management.
• Ability to negotiate and close deals with vendors effectively.
• Familiarity with vendor management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

SKILLS:

• Proficiency in MRP systems.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Vendor management expertise.
• Ability to fabricate cost-effective solutions.
• Experience in sourcing materials efficiently.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes.

PROJECT PROCUREMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and plan all aspects of purchasing from pre-bid to closeout.
• Monitor and oversee execution of purchasing buy-out.
• Liaison between Procurement, Construction and Engineering.
• Work with Project Management Team to develop correspondence with Client as appropriate to request necessary changes and modifications to meet the project requirements; assist in negotiations concerning changes.
• Locate and assist in the evaluation and qualification of vendor materials and equipment, subcontractors, and professional service providers.
• Represent Company in negotiating contracts with suppliers, subcontractors, and professional service providers.
• Process requisitions and prepare purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims. Review purchase order or subcontractor claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.

MANAGER DUTIES

• Assist in the development and implementation of procurement and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee staff training.
• Provide feedback to assist in analyzing market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
• Oversee administration of online purchasing systems.
• Communicate and enforce purchasing policies & procedures to project team.
• Provide training to ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Responsible for projections, financial planning, expediting, delivery schedules and project purchasing reporting.
• Oversee the development and review of all procurement analytics, reporting and deliverables.
• Train project staff on contractual requirements/obligations.
• Maintenance of change management/issue logs and provision of summary reports.
• Maintain excellent relationships with the owner, client, subcontractors and the public.
• Write / revise procurement policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Create manuals, training binders, forms, and other required documents.