Title: Sr. Procurement Specialist
Location: North Chicago, IL (100% Onsite)
Duration: 3 Months
Pay Range : $39/hr to $43/hr (On W2)

We are looking for a “Sr. Procurement Specialist” to join one of our Fortune 500 clients.
Responsibilities:

Proactively seek innovative ways to improve the procurement processes, cycle times, and customer service levels.
Full understanding of the "One Procurement" strategies. Strong knowledge and project work across multiple categories that impact the team positively.
Works within defined processes and procedures and may help determine appropriate approaches for change.
Enable supplier integration and KPI's. Drive value and lead savings outcomes. Collaboration with functions. Develops bids and proposal formats.
Lead complex RFPs as well as lead small projects. Provides advice/direction in primary areas of expertise.
Communicate and educate appropriate departments to provide appropriate supporting documentation for purchases.
Develop and leads agreed purchasing strategies for category. Seek, develop and establish business relationships with diverse suppliers.

Key Success Factors:

Strong influence, project management, change management, budget review, financial analysis, and negotiating skills.
Excellent people skills and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Strong contracting skills, including reviewing and redlining contracts.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, Business, Financial or equivalent experience.
CPM certification desired.
Minimum of 2+ years in procurement, requiring strong contracting expertise, ideally with a background in marketing procurement.

We are looking for the candidate who are eligible to work with any employers without sponsorship .

If you’re interested, please click “Apply” button

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