SnapIT Solutions
Contract Sourcing Agent / Business Support
SnapIT Solutions, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
SnapIT Solutions is seeking a
Contract Sourcing Agent
supporting critical procurement operations. As part of this role, you will perform routine, low-complexity procurements below the bid threshold, primarily for products but occasionally for routine services.Job DescriptionIncludes requirements clarification, soliciting bids, evaluating quotations and selecting suppliers in a manner that maximizes total long-term value to the enterprise and optimizes the cost/benefit relationship while meeting or exceeding delivery, quality, service risk management and diversity requirements. This position also supports Negotiators and Sourcing Specialists by completing routine administrative requests and/or specific tasks within larger sourcing projects. Execute and manage the full life-cycle of procurement transactions for contract-based materials and services including purchase order creation, dispatch, acknowledgement, expediting, match exception resolution and purchase order close. Supports both auto sourced and non-auto sourced transactions. Process requisitions for routine, well-specified materials (and occasionally services) not on contract. Solicit, evaluate and document quotes as required, in addition to creating POs, dispatching POs, obtaining acknowledgements, expediting, resolving match exceptions and closing POs. Perform routine administrative tasks in support of projects led by Negotiators and Sourcing Specialists such as: Distribute and collect NDAs required prior to issuance of RFXs, gather, organize and prepare/post drawings, requirements and specifications for RFPs, gather preliminary supplier lists, seeking to include diverse suppliers, schedule meetings on behalf of sourcing leads, may attend pre-bid meetings to record questions, clarifications and modifications, set up new suppliers, collect/organize supplier questions and gather information for responses during RFP, create bid tabulations, gather/organize final documentation for completed projects, issue POs, resolve match exceptions, provide secondary support for department operations such as planning/scheduling meetings, administering internal and external electronic resources (SharePoint sites, Evergy systems, Experian, PSC, etc.), gathering information and obtaining office supplies.Key Activities:Execute and manage full life-cycle procurement transactions for contract-based materials and servicesProcess requisitions for routine, well-specified materials and services not on contractCreate, dispatch, and manage purchase orders including acknowledgement and expeditingSupport both auto sourced and non-auto sourced transactionsDistribute and collect NDAs required prior to issuance of RFXsGather, organize and prepare/post drawings, requirements and specifications for RFPsSchedule and attend pre-bid meetings to record questions, clarifications and modificationsSet up new suppliers and maintain supplier informationCreate bid tabulations and gather/organize final documentationProvide secondary support for department operationsAdminister internal and external electronic resources (SharePoint sites, enterprise systems, Experian, PSC, etc.)Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field; OR four (4) years of relevant work experienceAbility to complete routine procurement transactions effectively and efficientlyUnderstanding of procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policiesBasic understanding of procurement's role in creating enterprise valueWorking knowledge of PeopleSoft and/or other procurement-related softwareProficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Outlook and ExcelStrong customer service and team focusBasic quantitative and analytical skillsEffective oral and written communication skillsFamiliarity with utilities industry operationsPreferred Qualifications:Utility or construction industry experienceUnderstanding of Supply Chain and its value creation within businessLocation(s):In-person: Kansas City, MOJob Type:Full-time: Monday - FridayAdditional Information:Screening Requirements:
US Citizenship required. This position has additional screening requirements. These additional screenings would be initiated at the time of offer acceptance. Continued employment is contingent on acceptable screening results. The areas screened may include education/employment verification, criminal history, credit history, and drug and reference checks.Benefits:Competitive salary: $45,000 - $50,000 / yearOpportunities for growth and additional training.Collaborative and supportive work environment.401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceApply now
to join SnapIT Solutions as we support critical business projects in the utilities industry. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in utility procurement while working with industry-leading systems and processes.Equal Opportunity EmployerSnapIT Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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Contract Sourcing Agent
supporting critical procurement operations. As part of this role, you will perform routine, low-complexity procurements below the bid threshold, primarily for products but occasionally for routine services.Job DescriptionIncludes requirements clarification, soliciting bids, evaluating quotations and selecting suppliers in a manner that maximizes total long-term value to the enterprise and optimizes the cost/benefit relationship while meeting or exceeding delivery, quality, service risk management and diversity requirements. This position also supports Negotiators and Sourcing Specialists by completing routine administrative requests and/or specific tasks within larger sourcing projects. Execute and manage the full life-cycle of procurement transactions for contract-based materials and services including purchase order creation, dispatch, acknowledgement, expediting, match exception resolution and purchase order close. Supports both auto sourced and non-auto sourced transactions. Process requisitions for routine, well-specified materials (and occasionally services) not on contract. Solicit, evaluate and document quotes as required, in addition to creating POs, dispatching POs, obtaining acknowledgements, expediting, resolving match exceptions and closing POs. Perform routine administrative tasks in support of projects led by Negotiators and Sourcing Specialists such as: Distribute and collect NDAs required prior to issuance of RFXs, gather, organize and prepare/post drawings, requirements and specifications for RFPs, gather preliminary supplier lists, seeking to include diverse suppliers, schedule meetings on behalf of sourcing leads, may attend pre-bid meetings to record questions, clarifications and modifications, set up new suppliers, collect/organize supplier questions and gather information for responses during RFP, create bid tabulations, gather/organize final documentation for completed projects, issue POs, resolve match exceptions, provide secondary support for department operations such as planning/scheduling meetings, administering internal and external electronic resources (SharePoint sites, Evergy systems, Experian, PSC, etc.), gathering information and obtaining office supplies.Key Activities:Execute and manage full life-cycle procurement transactions for contract-based materials and servicesProcess requisitions for routine, well-specified materials and services not on contractCreate, dispatch, and manage purchase orders including acknowledgement and expeditingSupport both auto sourced and non-auto sourced transactionsDistribute and collect NDAs required prior to issuance of RFXsGather, organize and prepare/post drawings, requirements and specifications for RFPsSchedule and attend pre-bid meetings to record questions, clarifications and modificationsSet up new suppliers and maintain supplier informationCreate bid tabulations and gather/organize final documentationProvide secondary support for department operationsAdminister internal and external electronic resources (SharePoint sites, enterprise systems, Experian, PSC, etc.)Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field; OR four (4) years of relevant work experienceAbility to complete routine procurement transactions effectively and efficientlyUnderstanding of procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policiesBasic understanding of procurement's role in creating enterprise valueWorking knowledge of PeopleSoft and/or other procurement-related softwareProficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Outlook and ExcelStrong customer service and team focusBasic quantitative and analytical skillsEffective oral and written communication skillsFamiliarity with utilities industry operationsPreferred Qualifications:Utility or construction industry experienceUnderstanding of Supply Chain and its value creation within businessLocation(s):In-person: Kansas City, MOJob Type:Full-time: Monday - FridayAdditional Information:Screening Requirements:
US Citizenship required. This position has additional screening requirements. These additional screenings would be initiated at the time of offer acceptance. Continued employment is contingent on acceptable screening results. The areas screened may include education/employment verification, criminal history, credit history, and drug and reference checks.Benefits:Competitive salary: $45,000 - $50,000 / yearOpportunities for growth and additional training.Collaborative and supportive work environment.401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceApply now
to join SnapIT Solutions as we support critical business projects in the utilities industry. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in utility procurement while working with industry-leading systems and processes.Equal Opportunity EmployerSnapIT Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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