Procurement Specialist - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

As a Procurement Specialist, you will manage the procurement process and support clients in procuring goods and services. You will ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, collaborate with Project Managers, Program Managers, PX, and Project Directors to understand project requirements, objectives, and milestones, and negotiate and draft contract terms and conditions. You will also maintain accurate records and document control systems, monitor contract performance, expirations, and related timelines, and coordinate procurement schedules with project timelines and resource requirements. Other related project controls duties may be assigned. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

A minimum associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Real Estate, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, contract management, or project controls, which may be considered in lieu of a degree
Expert knowledge of contract methodologies and procurement processes
Experience with basic business accounting and project management functions
Proficiency in MS Office, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Teams, with the ability to adapt to client-specific software for scheduling and documentation
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with detail orientation and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively under strict deadlines
Expert verbal and written communication skills
Genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit

Responsibilities

Manage the procurement process and support clients in procuring goods and services
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Collaborate with Project Managers, Program Managers, PX, and Project Directors to understand project requirements, objectives, and milestones
Negotiate and draft contract terms and conditions
Maintain accurate records and document control systems
Monitor contract performance, expirations, and related timelines
Coordinate procurement schedules with project timelines and resource requirements
Perform other related project controls duties as assigned