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Frontline Source Group has partnered with a client in the transportation industry that is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead complex sourcing initiatives and procurement operations. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with experience managing federally funded projects, vendor negotiations, and large-scale competitive solicitations.
The Senior Procurement Specialist will oversee the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing strategy, solicitation development, contract administration, supplier performance management, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement strategies for complex, high-value acquisitions including goods, services, and construction-related projects.
- Manage the full lifecycle of competitive solicitations including RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to define project scope, specifications, and procurement plans.
- Develop scopes of work, bid specifications, evaluation criteria, and solicitation documents.
- Coordinate proposal evaluations and facilitate evaluation committees.
- Conduct market research, cost analysis, and pricing reviews to ensure best-value procurement outcomes.
- Lead vendor negotiations related to pricing, service levels, and contract terms.
- Draft and administer contracts, amendments, and change orders.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with federal procurement regulations and requirements related to federally funded programs.
- Maintain procurement documentation and ensure audit-ready records.
- Support internal and external audits related to procurement activities.
- Utilize ERP or procurement systems such as Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar platforms to manage purchasing activities.
- Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and supplier performance metrics for leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 10 years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
- Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives, vendor negotiations, and contract administration.
- Background in transportation, transit, government, or highly regulated industries.
- Experience with federal procurement regulations and federally funded contracts.
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost analysis.
- Experience with FTA-funded procurements or public transit agencies preferred.
- Professional certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, CPPB, CPPO, or CPSM are a plus.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems (Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar).
What Our Client Offers
- Competitive salary cost-of-living bonus
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Comprehensive healthcare plans
- 401(k) retirement plan