Procurement Assistant
About The Position
Dewberry is seeking a Procurement Assistant/Buyer in our corporate headquarters located in Fairfax VA. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the selected candidate will support the procurement team by managing procurement tasks, tracking inventory, consulting with vendors, and assisting in product selection and pricing strategies. The Buyer shall conduct business in accordance with the standard operating procedures of this organization and/or in accordance with company best practices. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing or related field preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong understanding of procurement principles and practices
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to multitask, work under pressure and maintain mindfulness
Nice To Haves
- bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint a plus
Responsibilities
- Receive and review requisitions for completeness, accuracy, and clarity
- Conduct market research for assigned commodities and identify potential suppliers
- Perform initial evaluation and screening of potential suppliers
- Prepare purchase orders in accordance with procurement policies
- Oversee Dewberry supplier’s portals (review and approve orders entered, etc.)
- Monitor and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve delays
- Manage discrepancies during the receiving process, including 2/3-way matching
- Reconcile invoices and coordinate with Accounts Payable as needed
- Provide ERP user assistance and support for ERP system training
- Oversee and manage special projects assigned
- Supports day-to-day procurement activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
