Procurement Buyer
January 23, 2022
About the Role
FTI Consulting, Inc., a $1.6B public company, is looking for a mission-focused and process-minded individual to support the company's global technology procurement function. This individual will report to the Director, Procurement. The individual will perform Procurement functions in support of the Company on a Global basis. The successful candidate should have experience in the procurement of technical systems/components, vendor management/negotiations and procurement metrics/ analysis.
What You'll Do
The Procurement Buyer role is a great entryway into the company. The person in this role will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and interact with company leaders and other departments. They will have the opportunity to learn and grow within the role by accomplishing different tasks and being challenged each day.
Basic Qualifications:
• Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or relevant major or equivalent in education and experience.
• 3+ years of technical procurement experience in multiple Information Technology categories, including: Laptop/Desktop Hardware, x86 servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware and Application Software.
• Experience with online Procure-to-Pay solution is a plus
• Basic understanding of Business/Accounting practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as read, interpret, update and maintain spreadsheets.
• Certified Purchasing Manager certification preferred.
Preferred Skills:
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel - Advanced, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to build trusted partnerships with business stakeholders, internal customers and Suppliers, and proven ability to work with a global team
• Results oriented with strong problem solving skills; Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with tight deadlines.
• Adept at working in a high growth environment and a rapidly changing organization.
• Business process framework design is a plus
Our Benefits
Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
About FTI Consulting
What makes us unique? With more than 5,000 employees located in offices in every corner of the globe, we are the firm our clients call when their most important issues are at stake. Regardless of what level you are, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from top experts in your field on high-profile engagements that impact history. Our culture is collaborative, and we value diversity, recognition, development and making a difference in our communities.
FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For by Consulting magazine and one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter (@FTIConsulting), Facebook and LinkedIn.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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FTI Consulting, Inc., a $1.6B public company, is looking for a mission-focused and process-minded individual to support the company's global technology procurement function. This individual will report to the Director, Procurement. The individual will perform Procurement functions in support of the Company on a Global basis. The successful candidate should have experience in the procurement of technical systems/components, vendor management/negotiations and procurement metrics/ analysis.
What You'll Do
- Accept Purchase Requests from a wide range of Field Personnel demonstrating varying degrees of technical proficiency.
- Initiate, issue, receive, and analyze Supplier responses to Requests for Quote.
- Effectively manage internal approvals to ensure compliance with Company policies and Government regulations as they apply.
- Issue Purchase Orders ensuring they are accurate, complete, and eligible for Supplier acceptance, and facilitate delivery of goods/services to internal customers as required.
- Manage Supplier relationships to ensure quality execution of orders sourced.
- Interact professionally and effectively with Company Leadership, Partner Groups, Project teams, and Peers, and effectively participate as a team member in a geographically diverse peer group organization.
- Analyze data and prepare reports related to organization activities including transactions, spend, cost savings, and other KPI metrics.
- Keep abreast with latest trends in market with respect to vendors, their products/services as well as pricing; scout the market for capable suppliers
- Support the development of new processes and procedures with focus on continual efficiency improvement within the supply chain of the organization.
- Drive end to end strategic sourcing for global IT/Telecom including hardware, software and services spend.
- Co-ordinate with other Procurement Buyers and support overall cost reduction efforts at FTI
The Procurement Buyer role is a great entryway into the company. The person in this role will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and interact with company leaders and other departments. They will have the opportunity to learn and grow within the role by accomplishing different tasks and being challenged each day.
Basic Qualifications:
• Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or relevant major or equivalent in education and experience.
• 3+ years of technical procurement experience in multiple Information Technology categories, including: Laptop/Desktop Hardware, x86 servers, Mid-range Hardware, Storage, Telecom Hardware and Application Software.
• Experience with online Procure-to-Pay solution is a plus
• Basic understanding of Business/Accounting practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as read, interpret, update and maintain spreadsheets.
• Certified Purchasing Manager certification preferred.
Preferred Skills:
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel - Advanced, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to build trusted partnerships with business stakeholders, internal customers and Suppliers, and proven ability to work with a global team
• Results oriented with strong problem solving skills; Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with tight deadlines.
• Adept at working in a high growth environment and a rapidly changing organization.
• Business process framework design is a plus
Our Benefits
Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive salary and bonus plans
- Generous paid holidays, time off and parental leave
- Full package of benefits plans
- Company matched 401K
- Annual paid volunteer hours
- Corporate matching for charitable donations
- Potential for flexible working arrangements
- Free snacks and drinks
- Upscale offices close to public transportation
- Pet insurance
About FTI Consulting
What makes us unique? With more than 5,000 employees located in offices in every corner of the globe, we are the firm our clients call when their most important issues are at stake. Regardless of what level you are, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from top experts in your field on high-profile engagements that impact history. Our culture is collaborative, and we value diversity, recognition, development and making a difference in our communities.
FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For by Consulting magazine and one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter (@FTIConsulting), Facebook and LinkedIn.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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