In-Office Procurement Specialist: Compliance & Cost Savings

SouthWest Transit; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybride; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SouthWest Transit is seeking a Procurement Specialist to coordinate purchasing of goods, services, and equipment in compliance with policies and laws. This in-office role focuses on managing bids, contracts, and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness.

The candidate will develop RFB/RFP/RFI documents, monitor procurement activities, and maintain audit-ready records while pursuing cost savings and process improvements in a public transit environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a procurement role.
• Thorough understanding of state and federal purchasing laws and regulations.
• Experience with procurement risk management and compliance monitoring.
• Embraces SWT values of Purpose, Integrity, Continuous Learning, Innovation, Belonging and Accountable.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate all purchasing and contracting activities in compliance with laws and SWT policies.
• Develop solicitation documents (RFB, RFP, RFI, RFQ) and other documents.
• Manage purchase orders and ensure policy compliance; provide guidance.
• Maintain audit-ready procurement documentation.
• Identify cost savings and efficiency improvements for departments.
• Maintain contracts and cooperative listings for informed decisions.
• Review bid documents and contracts for compliance.
• Negotiate with vendors to obtain discounts and favorable terms.
• Conduct cost analysis and align procurement with budgets.

Connaissances

Procurement

Cost analysis

Vendor management

Negotiation

Compliance monitoring

Budgeting

Risk management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field

Outils

ERP software

P-Card management

Description du poste

SouthWest Transit is seeking a Procurement Specialist to coordinate purchasing of goods, services, and equipment in compliance with policies and laws. This in-office role focuses on managing bids, contracts, and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness.

The candidate will develop RFB/RFP/RFI documents, monitor procurement activities, and maintain audit-ready records while pursuing cost savings and process improvements in a public transit environment.