SMS Assist L.L.C. is seeking candidates with experience in procurement.  They will be collaborating with the Facilities Procurement Team on an on-going basis to provide sourcing support- lead list generation (Isell Database). This individual will be responsible for executing competitive RFI’s/RFPs, leading affiliate negotiation, conducting spend analysis, and optimizing eSourcing technology when applicable.  This role will develop and execute implementation plans to ensure sourcing benefits are fully optimized.  The responsibilities of this position include:

• Assisting with the establishment of procurement policies and procedures
• Responsible for metrics and reporting information involving ‘cost by trade by state’, time to completion, time from complete to invoice received, NTE effectiveness, and time to quote. 
• Assisting with new affiliate onboarding, including helping the affiliate to use the portal correctly and educating them on the compliance process
• Conducting necessary affiliate training and group webinars
• Assisting with new client set-up by finding multiple trade vendors during client expansion
• Additional special projects, as needed.   These include helping with the buying Co-Op, RFP responses, etc.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, finance or related
• MBA is a plus
• CPM, CIRM or CPIM certification a plus
• 2-5 years of professional experience in Strategic Sourcing or operations
• Experience in a dynamic growth organization
• Experience and exposure in advanced sourcing strategies

Preferred Skills

• Meeting facilitation and presentation skills
• Knowledge of financial accounting, strategic sourcing, and supplier management concepts
• Ability to develop relationships with key Business Partners
• Multi-site Retail experience preferred
• Knowledge of Supplier Management tools (SRM, conducting Quarterly Business Reviews, etc.)
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office   
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, and time-sensitive environment
• Ability to lead and influence change in the face of complexity and ambiguity
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and project management skills
• Experience sourcing the following: Maintenance Repair Services (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Handyman), Supplies and Equipment, Energy, Pest Control, Fire Protection
  
  SMS Assist is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).