Procurement Associate

Seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with ability to work independently as well as be a team player. To Finance division of the New York office of a multinational financial services group based out of Spain.

Job Description:

• Guide and support lines of business and service owners to elicit and understand purchase requirements
• Assist to maintain the procurement plan. Accurate information in Workday
• Negotiate, analyze, and manage contracts throughout the contract lifecycle
• Analyzes bids for specification compliance, prices, delivery commitments and past performance
• Identify qualified suppliers. Build long-term relationships with vendors.
• Prepare and distribute RFP and/or RFQs to potential Offers
• Coordinate and collaborate with multiple departments to ensure timely demand management for our constituents. Work closely with internal legal counsel and third party risk management teams.
• Identify procurement risks and issues, provide solutions, and recommend actions
• Execute supplier contracts and Purchase Orders (PO).
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure proper procurement and funded value, and billing.
• Maintain compliance with all policy and procedural guidelines

Qualifications:

• 5 years demonstrated Procurement/Sourcing experience
• Intimate knowledge of the S/P2P process and experience using ERP systems (Workday)
• Working knowledge of the RFP process
• Proficient with Google Suite (Email, Calendar, Drive, & Sheets)
• Analytical, with solid proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Contract and price negotiation, as well as supplier management experience
• 4-year degree preferred
• Experience working in global teams across multiple regions, enabling a ‘one team’ culture and a positive working environment, while respecting cultures and capabilities across all locations
• Experience in the finance industry, working in a matrixed environment are preferred and Spanish proficiency is a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $100,000 to $110,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions