Procurement Specialist

Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS) is seeking experienced Procurement Specialists in the Columbus, OH area to work for a top utility and energy company. This position offers a variety of great benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Job Summary

The Procurement Specialist works autonomously in leading major, high-dollar, complex sourcing, or contract development events related to Construction, Electrical, EPC and Major Equipment with long lead times.

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

Writes the summary and details for complex/non-standard contracts, including pricing, performance criteria, service levels, warranties, terms and conditions, and any risk mitigations.

Writes modifications to existing complex/non-standard contracts, coordinating with Legal as necessary.

Provides advisory support for contract development and negotiations to category managers and procurement professionals, as needed.

Applies pricing models, cost containment models, pricing caps, total cost-of-ownership models, and indices during contract development.

Supports category managers to refine sourcing strategies for complex spend.

Works with the Service Center to ensure transactional and customer support services are aligned with category strategies.

Collaborates, as needed, with the Supply Chain center of excellence (COE), the Service Center, and business partners on projects and other initiatives to address recurring issues, improve efficiency, and improve satisfaction.

Basic Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or related field.

Experience: 7 years of relevant work experience in contract management, paralegal work, or supply chain experience. Additional Requirements

Deep understanding of contract design or structure, including terms, language, templates, performance criteria, and other components.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate with business partners, stakeholders and suppliers.

About Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS)

ITS is an international recruiting and staffing firm specializing in Engineering, Technical and Professional positions. Founded in 1984 as a subsidiary of an engineering firm, ITS continues to remain a strategic partner for the job seeker.

Our clients include some of the largest and most respected architectural, engineering, and manufacturing companies in business today. Our ability to offer a wide range of services, and the flexibility to adjust to the changing needs of our clients, has allowed us to maintain a solid reputation for several decades.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance;401(k) with a company match;paid holidays and vacations;tuition reimbursement. To learn more, go to or click below to directly contact your recruiter.

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