Job Title: Procurement Buyer
Duration: 12 Months
Location: White Plains, NY
Schedule: Hybrid – minimum of 3 days onsite
Note: Candidates must be local to the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, CT).
ASAP is hiring on behalf of our client for a Procurement Buyer role.
Project Overview:
This role will support Strategic Supply Management and will be responsible for performing procurement duties/functions to assist the IT Category in reviewing and handling upcoming Software Maintenance renewals. Areas of support may also include Legal and Cyber Security.
Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Review upcoming software maintenance expirations, determine business needs, propose renewal terms, and execute new Agreements/Purchase Orders.
- Ensure all contract documents are in compliance with NYPA, Canal Corporation, and New York State guidelines.
- Process change orders as necessary.
- Prepare purchase orders as requested.
- Post documents to the NY State Contract Reporter as required.
- Attend project meetings, including onsite meetings, as necessary.
- Maintain diligent and thorough recordkeeping.
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Preparing RFPs for NYPA, including bid documents, price inquiries, and addendums.
- Identifying potential vendors, including MWBE, MBE, and SDVOB vendors for solicitation.
- Developing required contract documents based on RFP results.
Required Skills:
- Strong knowledge and experience with SAP and Ariba.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Outlook.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to analyze data and determine appropriate actions.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a government/utility, highly regulated environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of New York State procurement processes.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or related field OR minimum of 2 years of military experience in logistics.
- At least 1 year of procurement or related experience, preferably with a focus on IT software licensing and maintenance contracts.
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