Senior Consultant, Procurement

Horan Securities, Inc.; Frisco (TX); Remote; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Horan Securities, Inc. seeks a Senior Consultant for its Procurement Practice to deliver consulting services in public procurement. The individual will leverage their expertise in procurement policy and project strategy to aid clients, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications, along with proven experience in public sector procurement.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plans

Paid time off benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in public procurement.
• Experience with federal/state/local procurement processes.
• Excellent written communication and document preparation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with grant procurement projects.
• Deliver consulting services to government and non-profit clients.
• Develop solicitation documents and manage bidding processes.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Flexibility

Adaptability to complex environments

Ability to handle challenging audiences

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or supply chain management

Procurement professional certifications (NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB)

Job description

About Specialty Program Group:

Our goal is topartner with industry-leadingspecialty businesses to provide them with the ability to achieve their goals and optimize their businesses. Specialty Program Group offersaccess to capital and investment, deep carrier relationships, creative thinking, product development and broad distribution, while allowing our businesses to maintain the essence of what makes them successful. Specialty Program Group deliversleading-edge specialty expertisebacked by transformativedigital capabilitiesand sophisticateddata and analytics.

About DRS:

DRS is a full-service consulting firm that delivers commercial insurance claim preparation, FEMA Public Assistance recovery, hazard mitigation assistance, disaster preparedness, and financial grant recovery funding services. DRS was formed in 2014 and is led by a core group of professionals who have decades of experience in disaster recovery consulting and related services.

About the Position:

An ideal candidate for the Senior Consultant position in DRS’s Procurement Practice will have a strong background in public procurement policy, processes, and procedures. The candidate will provide subject matter expert-level support to complex public procurement projects, including disaster recovery projects utilizing federal, state, and local funds. The Senior Consultant will be responsible for supporting the Procurement Practice strategy in relation to the overall business strategy as directed by the Procurement Managing Consultant and/or the Project Executive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support clients with federal, state, and local grant procurement projects, with an emphasis on cost support and recovery

• Deliver exceptional public procurement consulting to state and local governments, K-12, higher-ed, and private non-profit clients

• Recommend best-practice procurement and contracting procedures

• Develop solicitation scopes of work and other solicitation documents under the direction of the assigned Procurement Managing Consultant and/or Project Executive

• Support the client during the public bid/solicitation process for goods, services, equipment, professional services, and construction projects as requested by the Procurement Managing Consultant and/ or Project Executive

• Participate in project calls with clients as requested

• Report on procurement project-related metrics as requested

• Provide onsite disaster procurement and contracting support as requested by the client

• Cultivate and manage positive relationships with client procurement staff

• Ensure compliance with engagement risk protocols

• Participate in prospective client webinars and meetings as requested

• Represent DRS at professional conferences such as NIGP, CAPPO, FAPPO, TASBO, etc.

• Develop continuous subject matter expertise in public procurement trends, initiatives, and compliance areas

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the public procurement sector

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, supply chain management, or a related discipline;an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• Current procurement professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, or related certifications are a plus

• Exceptional communication skills

• High energy style, flexible and adaptive, with the ability to work well in a very fast-paced environment

• Ability to adapt to complex client environments and situations

• Proven track record of effectively supporting the public procurement process

• Excellent written communication skills, self-directed with the preparation of client-ready document and presentation development

• Articulate, persuasive communicator who is adept at handling challenging audiences well, including the ability to adapt style to audience

Work Location:

This position is a remote work experience with travel required to be at client sites as the projects dictate.

Salary Transparency:

Disclosure required under applicable state or municipality regulations: The expected salary range for this position is $125,000-$200,000 with a discretionary bonus and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope, and level. SPG is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages, including health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity, and commissions for some positions.

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Department Business OperationsRequired Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: Up to 50%Required Education: High school or equivalent

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