Procurement Specialist

Collabera; Glendale (AZ); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading IT company in Glendale, Arizona is seeking a Purchasing Specialist responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of buying experience and a preferred bachelor's degree in business administration. Familiarity with supply chain practices and government FAR clauses is beneficial. This role offers various benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of buying experience.
• Operations/new product sourcing experience beneficial.
• Familiarity with government FAR clauses useful.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and negotiate materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Evaluate vendor quotes and determine desirable suppliers.

Skills

Buying experience

Supply chain experience

Operations / new product sourcing experience

Familiarity with government FAR clauses

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Business administration education

Job description

About Collabera:

Established in 1991, Collabera is one of the fastest growing end-to-end information technology services and solutions companies globally. As a half a billion dollar IT company, Collabera's client‑centric business model, commitment to service excellence and Global Delivery Model enables its global 2000 and leading mid‑market clients to deliver successfully in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

With over 8200 IT professionals globally, Collabera provides value‑added onsite, offsite and offshore technology services and solutions to premier corporations. Over the past few years, Collabera has been awarded numerous accolades and industry recognitions, including:

• Collabera awarded Best Staffing Company to work for in 2012 by SIA.
• Collabera listed in GS 100 – recognized for excellence and maturity.
• Collabera named among the Top 500 Diversity Owned Businesses.
• Collabera listed in GS 100 & ranked among top 10 service providers.
• Collabera was ranked: 32 in the Top 100 Large Businesses in the U.S.; 18 in Top 500 Diversity Owned Businesses in the U.S.; 3 in the Top 100 Diversity Owned Businesses in New Jersey; 3 in the Top 100 Privately‑held Businesses in New Jersey; 66th on FinTech 100; 35th among top private companies in New Jersey.

Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees, including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, life insurance, and disability insurance.

Job Description

Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. May require a bachelor's degree and 0‑2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly‑used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre‑established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

• Candidate should have at least 2 years of buying experience.
• Supply chain experience would be beneficial.
• Operations / new product sourcing experience beneficial as well.
• Familiarity with government FAR clauses would also be useful in this position.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Business administration education experience would be helpful.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.