Procurement Consultant-2
About The Position
Kelly is seeking a Procurement Consultant to support Statement of Work (SOW) procurement and operations. This virtual position involves digitizing SOW agreements in Vendor Management Systems (VMS), managing the SOW engagement lifecycle, supporting supplier onboarding and performance, and consulting with managers and client stakeholders on appropriate talent engagement and buying channels. Periodic travel to client and Kelly locations may be required based on business needs. The role also involves facilitating client discovery and requirements gathering, training operations teams on product standards and process improvements, producing standard and ad hoc VMS reports, and delivering analytics and program metrics. The consultant collaborates with clients, suppliers, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to provide high-quality service and ensure compliance with company guidelines.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Three to five years of experience in Procurement or Operations, specifically processing Statements of Work.
- Prior experience with VMS tools, such as SAP Fieldglass.
- Skilled at building professional relationships with clients and suppliers.
- Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments with attention to detail.
- Adaptability to changing environments and requirements.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
- Strong time management skills.
- Proficiency with PC and internet tools, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other web-based applications.
Nice To Haves
- BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in Procurement, Technical, or related Business fields.
Responsibilities
- Digitize Statement of Work (SOW) agreements into Vendor Management Systems (VMS).
- Support supplier onboarding strategies and handle escalations as needed.
- Manage the SOW engagement lifecycle in VMS, including creating requests, processing change orders, monitoring payments, and onboarding and offboarding suppliers and workers.
- Translate service requirements into digital Statements of Work within client VMS platforms.
- Source and onboard new suppliers to support program needs.
- Consult with managers and client stakeholders on talent engagement options, appropriate buying channels, and compliance with company guidelines.
- Build and manage relationships among suppliers, client managers, procurement, and other stakeholders.
- Facilitate requirements gathering during client discovery sessions.
- Train operations teams on product standards, enhancements, and process improvements.
- Support supplier performance management and scorecard initiatives.
- Deliver analytics, reporting, and program metrics, including standard and ad hoc reports from VMS platforms.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain high-quality service for clients, suppliers, and program stakeholders.
Benefits
- Benefits are offered as applicable to the position; details are available through Kelly Services' benefits information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
