Job Title: Procurement Lead and Procurement Team Members

Job Description

Fully Remote and Hybrid Options**

We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Lead and two Procurement Team Members to join our dynamic team. The Procurement Lead will be responsible for communicating with project stakeholders and documenting processes for improvement. The Procurement Team Members will assist in building and improving procurement processes, negotiating with suppliers, and managing procurement activities. One of the team members will stay on for the full duration of the project, while the other will roll off after six months.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with project stakeholders on the status of procurement activities.
• Document processes and procedures for the betterment of client operations.
• Assist in building procurement processes that mirror and improve current processes.
• Negotiate with OEM and equipment suppliers to identify cost savings.
• Operate client software (Oracle).
• Request release of RFP bid packages.
• Organize bid packages in the client document repository software.
• Complete questions and answers from suppliers.
• Review bids and complete comparisons.
• Present to client leadership for go/no-go decisions.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Collect and document signatures from awarded suppliers and vendors.
• Communicate and document compliance items.
• Document and communicate status reports on a regular basis.

Essential Skills

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, and purchasing.
• Proficiency in Oracle EBS.
• Strong data analysis and organizational skills.
• Experience in program development.
• Vendor sourcing expertise.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage purchase orders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to create bid package reports and documentation.
• Experience in bid analysis and vendor bid reviews.
• Ability to generate project progress and status reports.
• Effective escalation communication skills.

Work Environment

The Lead Specialist should be willing to travel to Omaha for 2-3 days at a time, potentially once or twice a month for big meetings and to show face. The Individual Specialists will work remotely.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $45 - $60