Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing the CHS procurement process in collaboration with MHS Procurement including, timely and efficient ERP (PeopleSoft) system processing of requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, supplier onboarding, inventories and PCard reconciliations. Through the defined Shared Service model, this individual will identify and implement CHS procurement strategies across CHS Centers, evaluate, source and analyze potential suppliers, develop preferred & strategic suppliers, and manage supplier performance (business reviews). The Procurement Specialist will facilitate CHS contract preparation, contract management, RFx's, bid analysis, and other related procurement activities. This role is responsible for ensuring CHS and CHS-Centers' compliance to Procurement policy. Starting salary is in the range of $45,168 - $60,300 per year based on expertise. Responsibilities:Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures and regulatory standardsIdentify and implement CHS procurement strategies across CHS Centers.Evaluate, source and analyze potential suppliers, develop preferred & strategic suppliers.Manage the CHS procurement programs (e.g. SRM, Supplier Diversity, PCard, etc.) and ERP processes (requisitions, PO's, contracts, inventories, supplier onboarding, invoice resolution, etc.)Assist in researching and solving requisition, inventory, PO, contract and invoice issues in PeopleSoftFacilitate CHS RFx's under $50k and collaborate with MHS Procurement for RFx's over $50kPrepare and negotiate contract terms and conditions in collaboration with MHS Procurement and internal stakeholdersFacilitate renewals or extensions of contracts for internal CHS stakeholdersDevelop and maintain CHS supplier relationshipsAnalyze and evaluate supplier performance, participate in business reviewsAs a course of normal business, educate/train CHS staff in procurement processes and in PeopleSoftOther duties as assignedQualifications:Bachelor's degree or High School Diploma with equivalent years of experienceMinimum of 3 years of experience in procurementStrong understanding of purchasing processes and system knowledgePrevious experience working with PeopleSoft preferredProficiency in MS Office suiteExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communicationsComputer literacyDetail oriented, strategic thinker, growth mindset, change managementAbility to make independent decisions within parameters of established policy and program guidelinesAbility to influence others over which this position has no direct supervisionAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentEffective problem solving skillsCommitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all CHS and MHS staff are considered to be role models for childrenUS work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Created: 2025-01-27