senior procurement associate ( it & facilities )

PeopleCert is looking for a Senior Procurement IT & Facilities Associate.

As a Senior Procurement IT & Facilities Associate your tasks will include the following:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand IT and facilities procurement requirements.

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements

• Prepare and manage requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), and requests for information (RFIs) to solicit bids from vendors.

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and ensuring timely payment processing.

• Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in IT and facilities procurement.

• Maintain accurate procurement records, generate reports, and provide analysis on procurement activities as required.

• Coordinate with internal departments, such as IT, Facilities, Finance, and Legal, to ensure alignment and compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

• Works effectively in a team environment and liaises with other teams, in order to get the job done and achieve the best possible results.

• Ensures their work and presence is aligned with company’s values “Quality - Passion - Integrity - Innovation” at all times.

What we look for:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and facility management concepts.

• In-depth understanding of machine learning principles, specifically in relation to AI and Chat GPT

• Proven experience of 3-4 years in purchasing, buying or supply chain, preferably in a multinational environment

• Experience in RFX’s

• Strong communication and negotiation skills and attention to detail

• Well organized, self-driven, flexible and able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment.

• Customer service, analytical thinking, planning and teamwork skills.

• Proficiency in MSOffice (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and use of Internet

• Excellent command of English is required.(C2 level certification desired, or certificate would be a plus).

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration package

• Work in an international, dynamic and fun atmosphere

• Two free vouchers for all certifications from PeopleCert's Portfolio per year for all employees

• Huge learning experience in using best practices and global environment

• Constant personal and professional development

• 100% Virtual Hiring Process