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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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