Our client in San Antonio TX is looking for an Procurement Agent

Role - Procurement Agent
Location - San Antonio TX 78215
Duration - 6-month contract (can be extended)
Position - Onsite
Rate - $25 - $30/hr on W2

MUST HAVE:
Exposure to SAP or similar ERP systems

JOB DESCRIPTION
Procurement Agent is responsible for servicing internal clients: procurement of goods and services, strategic sourcing and cost savings, contract administration, supplier relationship management, supplier diversity planning and outreach, compliance management, inventory management, and management of the procure to pay cycle.

What's Needed?

• Procedures and Guidelines and basic Texas Laws, Codes and Regulations to procurement activities.
• Works with Internal Customers on procurement needs and requirements.
• Assist internal customers with contract administration and vendor performance, which includes documenting, coordinating, and resolution.
• Reviews Purchase Requisition for applicable forms and documents (i.e. NERC, SOC, DOT, EIT, Subcontracting, Public Works, etc.).
• Reviews Purchase Requisitions to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
• Coordinates with Internal Customers to identify scopes of work, specifications, commercial & regulatory considerations.
• Coordinates with Internal Customers to create RF(x) - Request for Proposal, Request for Quotation, Invitation for Bid, and Request for Qualifications to meet Business Unit needs. Initially reviews
• Exempt Forms to determine if the explanation justifies deviation from the competitive bidding process and free of errors.
• Coordinates and administers meetings and site visits with Suppliers and Business Unit.
• Works with Internal Customers and Suppliers to encourage local, diverse, and small business participation in Sourcing Events.
• With management's supervision, coordinates review of developed customized contract drafts by stakeholders (i.e. Legal - based on associated risk, Internal Client, Risk Management & Insurance Services, Audit Services,
• Environmental Services, Safety, etc.) to mitigate risk.
• With management's supervision, reviews, modifies, and negotiates and Supplier terms and conditions to mitigate risk.
• With management's supervision, participates in the decision to award contracts.
• Prepares purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests.
• Actively aware of safety in day-to-day activities.
• Responds to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
• Prepares, maintains and reviews purchasing files, reports and price lists.
• With management's supervision, compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
• Tracks the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders. Performs other duties as assigned

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting, Operations Management, Engineering, English, Communications, Education or related field from an accredited university, or demonstrated experience in a Procurement,
• Contract Management, Contract Development or Paralegal role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, internet, electronic mail and scheduling. •
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, coordinating with other areas to achieve goals and objectives.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.