The Buyer II is responsible for the procurement and program administration of assigned national goods and service contracts. This position is the Firm liaison to associated supplier(s) and/or categories. The Buyer II negotiates contract terms for the Firm based on spend and identifies and enacts initiatives to reduce Firm costs of goods and services. The position assists with the current contract renewal process, resolves problems, mitigates delays, and applies best practices for sourcing while following Standard Operating Procedures and Purchasing Policy. This position works closely with internal stakeholders and with the supply base to ensure optimal supply chain partnerships. The Buyer II supports and assists with the development and implementation of procurement initiatives that reduce Firm purchase and operational costs, promote profitability, and improve service experience for Firm employees and clients. The Buyer II also answers questions from the Purchasing inbox as needed, fulfill Service Now requests, place orders with suppliers, expedite orders, review requisitions, negotiate quotes, track savings, assist with match exceptions, enter P-card expense reports, and other tasks as assigned.

Job Duties:

Sourcing and Supplier Management

Reviews Requisitions in Oracle, entering Requisitions when necessary, and managing exceptions as needed

Analyzes Oracle reports and takes action where needed

Acts as a SME for Oracle for Procurement

Leads sourcing analysis and selection process for assigned commodities and performs cost analysis

Manages supplier relationships for the contracts this position manages and for assigned key suppliers

Organizes and leads Key supplier review meetings and business reviews

Serves as liaison with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Works with suppliers to expand and maintain e-commerce websites, assuring timely updating by suppliers and coordinating communications and user training

Contract Management, Negotiation

Develops and negotiates contract terms for national contracts, and other areas of the Firm as assigned

Contracts administration and contract management to include negotiating, establishing, monitoring and enforcing supplier contracts and agreements

Acts as an Oracle Procurement SME, working with systems analysts to establish a Contract management system in Oracle and maintain

Analyzes and evaluates suppliers and contract agreements to avoid risk

Works closely with the Office of General Counsel in the contract negotiation/execution process

Works with stakeholders and negotiate business terms

Writes and issues RFPs, RFIs, RFQs and work closely with business stakeholders in the RFx process as assigned

Works closely with the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager on projects and contract renewals as necessary

Track Savings

Prepares, manages, and tracks savings

Assists Procurement Manager in reporting savings, creating metrics and department goals

Manages software maintenance renewals and track savings that are negotiated

Review Invoices/Contract Compliance

Oversees Junior buyer or Purchasing associate’s review of invoices and consolidated bills for assigned categories for conformance to contracts and policy

Monitors supplier payment and allocation activities, coordinating with AP, Finance, and Firm internal customers

Other

Responds to the purchasing inbox inquiries as needed

Maintains cost reduction reporting

Reviews, advises and communicates best practices for national suppliers used by the firm

Provides data and assists Firm’s internal divisions with projections, budgeting, and supplier service resolution

Keeps interested departments advised with respect to lead time on critical services or products

Provides daily support to Firm internal customers on procurement matters

Places and reconciles orders utilizing a purchasing card, in accordance with procurement department and card policies

Supports firm’s Sustainability initiative

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) or more years of experience working in a purchasing/procurement role, required; focus in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, preferred; OR

High School Diploma/GED and five (5) or more years of experience working in a purchasing/procurement role, required

Experience:

Experience negotiating terms and contracts with providers, preferred

Experience working within a professional services firm such as accounting, financial services, business advisory, and/or banking industries, preferred

License/Certification:

N/A

Software:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and Teams, required

Oracle or similar ERP software experience, preferred

Proficient in online ordering and data management systems, preferred

Language:

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Strong skills in leadership, negotiations, and influencing

Strong organizational abilities and problem-solving skills

Ability to think strategically

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate at various levels within and outside the organization

Broad knowledge of current procurement strategies and best practices

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $58,000 - $65,000 Maryland Range: $58,000 - $65,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $58,000 - $65,000

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