Procurement Manager

Turner & Townsend•Raleigh, NC

30d

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Turner & Townsend are looking for a Procurement Manager to support a large-scale construction project. The ideal candidate has great communication skills and leadership skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred.
Minimum 5 years of applicable experience
Proven experience in administrative support roles, preferably in a procurement or purchasing environment.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
Proficient in using office productivity tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with procurement software or systems.
Knowledge of procurement processes, terms, and best practices is desirable.
Familiarity with applicable regulations and compliance requirements in procurement is a plus.
Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation, formatting, and distribution of procurement-related documents, including purchase orders, contracts, and bid packages.
Maintain and update procurement records, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
Organize and maintain filing systems for easy retrieval of procurement documentation.
Facilitate communication between procurement staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely responses and resolution of inquiries or issues.
Monitor and track procurement-related activities, such as purchase requisitions, order fulfillment, and delivery status.
Assist in the preparation and issuance of requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotations (RFQs).
Maintain up-to-date vendor information, including contact details, pricing agreements, and performance metrics.
Assist in vendor evaluation and assessment processes, collecting and analyzing supplier data to support vendor selection and performance reviews.
Collaborate with procurement staff to resolve vendor-related issues, such as pricing discrepancies, delivery delays, or quality concerns.
Conduct research on potential vendors, gathering information on product specifications, pricing, and availability.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
Assist in the preparation of procurement reports, analyzing data and generating insights on purchasing trends, cost savings, and vendor performance.
Support audit activities by providing necessary documentation and information related to procurement processes and transactions.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.