Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

The Newmark Global Corporate Services (GCS), Specialist, Supply Chain & Procurement role purpose is to support procurement team and client account(s) for various procurement initiatives including database development / management, document administration, client reporting, bidding, etc..

Description:

• Supports national/regional contracting and procurement strategies.
• Supports the sourcing process, solution selection and negotiations to achieve the desired results.
• Supports program KPI's and metrics.
• Follows company-wide policies and procedures, playbooks with respect to national/regional procurement.
• Research suppliers to obtain pricing and specifications based on corporate usage and specifications.
• Oversees the tracking and organization of various vendor documents.
• Prepares contracts with national/regional service providers in accordance with company standards.
• Compiles, analyzes and condenses data into a comprehensive presentation form.
• Provides related administrative support to including, but not limited to, scheduling of appointments and relaying information to internal and external clients.
• Creates documentation necessary for the acquisition of materials and services.
• Administers the supplier/contractor certification process.

Responsibilities:

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret various types of business documents.
• Basic knowledge of database design and relational database principles and practices.
• Fluency in English highly preferred
• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires intermediate analytical skills.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience and/or training. Preferably in a Facilities Management vendor management, or other related experience.
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles in a pre-designed style and format.
• Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.
• Associate or Technical Degree or higher in business, information technology or mathematics.

WORK SETTING:

• Geography – US preferred.
• Travel – Travel is required as appropriate for the role.
• Work Location – Remote with ad hoc in office collaboration.