Procurement Analyst

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed, so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too.

Foley & Lardner is currently seeking a Procurement Analyst to join our Facilities and Procurement team. This role is responsible for selecting the appropriate vendor sourcing process and determining the stakeholders to include. The position guides internal stakeholders through vendor selection processes for significant firm matters such as cost and third-party risk. The Analyst will prepare requests for information, quotes, or proposals (RFx); actively participate on cross-functional project teams; assist with proposal analysis; negotiate price, service standards, and other contractual terms as required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison and decision-maker for vendor relationships and sourcing processes, including scheduling supplier meetings, obtaining product information, and collaborating with requisitioning departments throughout the procurement cycle up to final vendor selection and contract execution.
• Provide recommendations on deal structure and negotiation strategies using professional knowledge and expertise.
• Engage risk stakeholders, including internal counsel and information security, during vendor review and contracting processes.
• Determine when proposed commercial terms during negotiations align with the firm’s best interests.
• Contact vendors regarding procurement-related issues such as non-compliance, negotiations, quality assurance, and warranty concerns.
• Promote standardization of equipment, materials, consumable supplies, and forms, and encourage sharing or consolidation of purchased goods.
• Identify and recommend improved or substitute goods and services, and analyze specifications to help stakeholders determine best value options.
• Evaluate alternatives and recommend vendors based on sound criteria to ensure best value; escalate supplier deficiencies or non-compliance to stakeholders and document approval exceptions.
• Stay informed on market developments and procurement trends to identify opportunities beneficial to the firm.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders for assigned categories.
• Review and process invoices for related purchases.
• Maintain contract and asset databases for assigned categories.
• Ensure all executed contracts and purchase orders meet firm requirements.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; Bachelor’s degree and Procurement Certification (CPSM or CTPE) desired.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in procurement required.
• Strong organizational skills and a detail oriented aptitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  
  

In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.

• Milwaukee - $62,100 to $86,900
  
  

Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

About Foley & Lardner

Foley is an Am Law 50 law firm consistently ranked among top-tier practices. With over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, our market-leading platform includes Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation. Adding depth to our bench strength, we focus on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. We look beyond the law to focus on the constantly evolving demands facing our clients and act as trusted business advisors to deliver creative, practical, and effective solutions.

For nearly two centuries, Foley has maintained its commitment to the highest level of innovative legal services and to the stewardship of our people, firm, clients, and the communities we serve. While respecting our roots, we’re also continuously looking to modernize all aspects of our business and elevate who we are and what we do, which keeps us focused on the future.