Senior Procurement Specialist

hace 1 semana

San José, Costa Rica Amentum A tiempo completo

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Senior Procurement Specialist

Macfadden, part of PAE, provides support to USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA). BHA leads and coordinates the U.S. Government’s humanitarian assistance efforts overseas in response to natural disasters and protracted crises. The bureau also supports early recovery efforts that restore and protect basic systems and services and invests in risk reduction programs that prevent or reduce risks associated with chronic and recurrent hazards.

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JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Lead the procurement function and oversees all aspects of purchasing, negotiations, strategy, tool and process implementation for procurement related to goods and services.
- Provide leadership and direction to the procurement organization, managing and developing resources to deliver business partner satisfaction and achievement of overall business and financial objectives.
- Negotiate favorable contractual terms and conditions with suppliers.
- Build strong relationships with partners, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
- Deliver on cost reduction commitments through the identification, development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Develop and implement efficiencies, standardized tools, practices and procedures shortening the quotation, Request for Proposals (RFP) and decision making and evaluation time.
- Lead development and execution of a performance driven supplier management process, resulting in structured feedback.
- Develop, implement and maintain procurement policies and reviews on a regular basis to ensure relevance and conformance with best practices and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory policies.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

- BA/BS in business, finance, economics, purchasing or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 4-7 years of leadership experience in procurement, setting procurement strategies, driving cost savings and improving terms and conditions.
- Self-starter with excellent business/financial acumen, proficient working with cross-functional teams, including demonstrated motivation, influence, and the ability to drive change across all levels of the organization and geographical boundaries.
- Excellent negotiation and leadership skills including clearly demonstrated global perspective and understanding of factors impacting businesses and their suppliers.
- Excellent supplier management skills including demonstrated ability to develop and manage business driven supplier executive relationships.
- Proven track record of successfully managing risk.
- Proficiency in Spanish and English Level 4 minimum required, Level 5 preferred.
- Ability to handle a high-volume workload and maintain a positive and professional attitude.
- Resolve conflicts and problems quickly and effectively.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Advanced degree preferred.
- Proficiency in Spanish and English Level 4 minimum required, Level 5 preferred.
- Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements and U.S. Government contracting a plus.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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