Senior Procurement Agent

McKinstry; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Parental leave

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking a Sr. Procurement Agent to join our Purchasing team in Seattle. You will develop and implement indirect spend contracting strategies, working with management to plan procurement activities for medium-to-high value projects.

You will lead development of procurement plans, source technology spend through strategic suppliers, and monitor supplier performance to ensure delivery as contracted. Strong negotiation, contract administration, and data analysis skills are required.

Qualifications

• Expert negotiation, price/cost analysis, contract formation and administration.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple procurement projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement early procurement opportunities in indirect spend for medium-to-high value projects.
• Develop procurement scope and plans; identify spend opportunities to leverage company volume.
• Source technology spend with strategic suppliers and monitor supplier performance.
• Draft and manage RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, evaluate bids and negotiate agreements.
• Track savings targets and KPIs; draft master service agreements and purchase orders.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing

Contract management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Procurement planning

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Sr. Procurement Agent to join McKinstry as a member of our Purchasing team. Develops and implements indirect spend contracting strategies and procurement activities, in support of strategic initiatives to standardize and optimize the supply base. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Work with management and stakeholders to plan and implement early procurement opportunities and activities in medium-to-high value strategic projects in the indirect procurement space.
• Lead the development of project scope and procurement plans; identify project spend opportunities to leverage Company volume.
• Apply knowledge of supply chain management and indirect spend categories to ensure product delivery, quality assurance and product problem avoidance and resolution.
• Competitively source technology spend through engagement of strategic suppliers and application of industry knowledge.
• Monitor and manage brand/group level and corporate spend volumes.
• Benchmark spend against the marketplace; participate in and/or lead company and interdepartmental procurement initiatives to generate savings and efficiencies.
• Develop and issue RFI, RFP &RFQ/P's (RFX): Evaluate bids, recommend suppliers, negotiate agreements, monitor and administer agreements and execute change orders.
• Gather and interpret relevant data; utilizing key procurement information, system technology, e-commerce and other systems.
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective action to ensure goods and services are delivered as contracted.
• Work with Manager to establish and track savings targets and other performance metrics (KPIs).
• Draft, negotiate, project manage and execute contractual documents including master service agreements, statements of work, letter agreements, item creation, BOM's and Purchase Orders.
• Develop strategic partnerships to ensure optimal levels for quality, cost and delivery to all areas of McKinstry and its subsidiaries.

Required Education, Knowledge And Abilities

• Expert level of negotiation skills and practices, price/cost analysis, contract formation and administration, project procurement, sourcing, distribution and logistics processes required.
• Familiarity with various best practice sourcing approaches and techniques required.
• Ability to successfully lead, manage, and influence in a cross-functional team environment required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully required.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently and effectively required.
• Proficiency in the use of computer business applications required.
• Strong Sourcing skills, including sourcing methodology and process, e-Sourcing technology, RFX development and management required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred; Job-related experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.
• 7+ years of related work experience in procurement or sourcing required.
• Deep understanding of at least two sourcing categories and a good understanding of an additional 5-10 categories (e.g. pricing structures, terminology, bidding sheet development expertise, cost structure, key vendors, etc.) required

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability and willingness to travel regionally.
• Provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time.
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers.

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $89,000 - $134,400 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.