Senior Procurement Officer

at  Precision Solutions

SUMMARY

Our client is is a leading application Engineering Consulting firm in the Washington, D.C. metro region specializing in Management Services, Technology Solutions and Facilities Services. They partner with and assist Federal, State and local government agencies; private sector Energy Services Companies (ESCOs); and Commercial entities in the design and implementation of their various Engineering and Technology related projects. Additionally, they are able to leverage an engineering team with proven technology industry experience that resulted in multi-million-dollar contracts within federal government, state & local government clients!

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 years of IT procurement experience
• Considerable knowledge of state procurement policies for the purchase of Information Technology and Non-Information Technology goods and services
• Skills in operating computers and using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the state’s procurement system
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication skills, orally and in writing, in English
• Excellent organization skills including the ability to maintain procurement files, contract files, and related records
• Ability to work independently, managing own time and work
• Experience in developing Request for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), and other contractual documents
• Experience conducting vendor negotiations and administrating contracts
• Demonstrated experience researching techniques for obtaining complex/technical goods and services, analyzing data, and developing reports
• Experience procuring complex high-value procurements with an emphasis on IT procurements
• Experience advising procurement requesters regarding procurement processes, responsibilities, issues, and matters
• Experience with public procurement, contracting laws, and state regulations
• Experience with complex requirements and technology-related procurements, service contracts, business writing, and fiscal procedures

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
• Certification as a Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO)
• Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO)
• Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)

DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants selected must have an appropriate driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia

ABOUT US

Northern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company.

Our client is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to perform Information Technology (IT) and other types of procurements who has 2+ years of IT procurement experience. This candidate will develop and execute IT sourcing strategies for services and goods; identify solutions to IT procurement business problems and facilitate the process of evaluating, negotiating, and selecting IT solutions that provide the best value in accordance with the policies and requirements. This is an expert-level professional purchasing position.

• Develop and execute IT sourcing strategies for services and goods
• Identify solutions to IT procurement business problems
• Facilitate the process of evaluating, negotiating, and selecting IT solutions that provide the best value
• Interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures
• Plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Maintain procurement files, contract files, and related records
• Develop Request for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), and other contractual documents
• Conduct vendor negotiations and administrate contracts
• Research techniques for obtaining complex/technical goods and services, analyze data, and develop reports
• Procure complex high-value procurements with an emphasis on IT procurements
• Advise procurement requesters regarding procurement processes, responsibilities, issues, and matter

RESPONSIBILITIES

Our client is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to perform Information Technology (IT) and other types of procurements who has 2+ years of IT procurement experience. This candidate will develop and execute IT sourcing strategies for services and goods; identify solutions to IT procurement business problems and facilitate the process of evaluating, negotiating, and selecting IT solutions that provide the best value in accordance with the policies and requirements. This is an expert-level professional purchasing position.

• Develop and execute IT sourcing strategies for services and goods
• Identify solutions to IT procurement business problems
• Facilitate the process of evaluating, negotiating, and selecting IT solutions that provide the best value
• Interpret and apply state procurement regulations, policies, and procedures
• Plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Maintain procurement files, contract files, and related records
• Develop Request for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), and other contractual documents
• Conduct vendor negotiations and administrate contracts
• Research techniques for obtaining complex/technical goods and services, analyze data, and develop reports
• Procure complex high-value procurements with an emphasis on IT procurements
• Advise procurement requesters regarding procurement processes, responsibilities, issues, and matters

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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