Procurement Analyst

CornerStone Professional Placement has partnered with a well-known, private university to find a Procurement Analyst to join them on a long-term contract in Fort Worth, TX. If you have 5+ years of procurement and contract administration, we encourage you to apply today!

Job Title: Procurement Analyst

Location: Fort Worth, TX (100% Onsite)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Pay Range: $35/hr. - $38/hr.+ BOE

Schedule: M-F, Flex Scheduling | Schedule around your life!

• Come in as early as 6:30AM and be out of the office by 2:30pm CST
• Come in as late as 9:30AM and be out of the office by 5:30pm CST
• Come in somewhere in-between, work an 8 hour shift, and complete 40 hours per week!
• Are you interested in part-time? Let's chat. We might be flexible - for the right person.

Job Duties:

• Prepares and issues solicitation documents for materials, equipment, and services. Reviews cost and specification requirements to determine contract awards. Negotiates pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and shipping methods with vendors.
• Identifies new suppliers to address gaps in the supply base and resolves performance concerns. Maintains open communication with vendors on industry trends, service expectations, and quality standards to foster strong business relationships.
• Serves as a point of contact between internal teams and suppliers as needed. Ensures compliance with bid and contract terms, verifying pricing and addressing discrepancies. Implements preventive measures to mitigate potential issues.
• Supports efforts to expand supplier diversity. Educates stakeholders on the advantages of broadening vendor options while addressing concerns related to supplier changes and business processes.
• Maintains detailed records throughout the procurement cycle, including source selection plans, bid evaluations, and contract award rationales.
• Assesses the validity of sole source justifications.
• Conducts spend and category analysis, reviewing financial data, operational needs, and industry benchmarks. Develops strategies to reduce costs, streamline vendor management, and improve efficiency.
• Collaborates with facility managers to enhance service delivery. Promotes a positive team environment and strong morale.
• Additional duties as required.

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in procurement and contract administration
• Ability to lift and move objects/equipment up to 10 pounds as needed
• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative while working collaboratively
• Knowledge of warehouse and business intelligence software tools
• Knowledge of contract and procurement processes
• Conflict resolution techniques, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform detailed analysis

Education Requirements:

• Required: Bachelor's Degree
  • (Preferably in business administration, procurement (supply chain), or a related field of study).
• Preferred: CPSM, CPCM, or other Procurement, Supply Chain, and/or Contracting Training/Certifications