Procurement Specialist

Company: The Encompass Group
Location: Dallas
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

The Encompass Group is working with an international woman-owned interior design firm that focuses on high-end multi-family, senior living, and hospitality projects. They have a passion for bettering the lives of others and their employees. You will get the chance to work directly with the owner and have intentional mentorship from the entire team.The Procurement Specialist position is the bridge between our vendors, the accounting group,logistics team, and our project teams. The Procurement Specialist works closely with ProjectManagers to ensure the successful purchasing, expediting and receiving of all FF&E goods.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the Project Manager and the Accounting Group to ascertain the timeline, budget and deadlines for each project.Transfer the specification documents into purchase orders and place orders with the manufacturers and fabricators.Monitor and review status reports from receiving warehouses and regularly update the expediting log.Assist Project Managers with coordinating FF&E quotes.Review project inventory lists and participate in the financial closeout.Coordinate with the Accounting Group to ensure that invoices and balances are paid according to vendor terms.Coordinate with the Project Team to resolve issues related to product availability, product reselections, and changes.Maintain purchase order log including project budget status and review with PM on a regular basisCoordinate expediting updates with PM and Logistics Coordinator.Create the Fabric and Upholstery Code Compliance document for each project.Strengthen vendor relationships; develop, source and maintain key partnerships for the firm.Analyze and negotiate bids to present the most advantageous pricing, quality, logistics and service.Work with Senior Financial Accountant to establish favorable credit terms with new manufacturers.Qualifications: Educational Requirements: Associates Degree or higher preferredSoftware (current versions): Microsoft Office Suite including Excel (proficient), Deltek Project Management (preferred)Experience: 5+ years applicable experience in an FF&E Procurement related role is preferredTransportation: Must have access to a vehicle, have the ability to drive

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