Senior Buyer - Procurement

BDO USA • Grand Rapids, MI

5d • $75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Senior Buyer is responsible for procurement and program administration for assigned national goods and services, serving as the Firm liaison to associated suppliers and/or categories. The role develops and negotiates contract terms, identifies and implements initiatives to reduce the Firm’s costs, and analyzes suppliers and contracts to mitigate risk and achieve value. It manages contract execution, resolves problems, mitigates delays, and applies sourcing and RFP/RFQ best practices. The Senior Buyer works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to develop and implement procurement initiatives that reduce purchasing and operating costs, promote profitability, and improve service for Firm employees and clients.

The position leads sourcing analysis and supplier selection, develops strategies for strategic suppliers, manages supplier relationships, and conducts supplier business reviews. It tracks savings and renewals, reviews invoices for contract and policy compliance, supports payment and allocation resolution, maintains procurement procedures and resources, and provides day-to-day procurement support to internal customers. The role also provides day-to-day oversight of the purchasing assistant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of purchasing/procurement experience, or a high school diploma and at least six years of purchasing/procurement experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate at various organizational levels and with external parties.
• Broad knowledge of current procurement strategies and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree focused in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management.
• Prior experience negotiating terms and contracts with various providers.
• Sourcing experience and expertise drafting and driving complex RFPs.
• Experience drafting contract agreements.
• Experience in a professional services firm, such as accounting, financial services, business advisory, or banking.
• C.P.M. (Certified Professional in Supply Management – CPSM) or equivalent certification.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud Fusion or similar software.
• Proficiency in online ordering and data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and negotiate contract terms for higher-spend or higher-risk suppliers and contracts; administer, monitor, and enforce supplier contracts and agreements.
• Analyze suppliers and contract agreements to avoid risk and achieve value.
• Work with the Office of General Counsel and internal stakeholders during contract negotiation and execution, including negotiation of business terms.
• Write and issue RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs, and work with business stakeholders throughout the RFx process.
• Gather and communicate market-condition information and technology trends related to commodities and suppliers; use market trends to identify cost controls and business-strategy changes.
• Work with the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager to develop and maintain a best-in-class sourcing function.
• Lead sourcing analysis, supplier selection, cost analysis, and contract-strategy development for strategic suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct and lead business reviews for key suppliers.
• Serve as liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare, manage, and track savings; assist the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager with savings reporting and department goals; manage renewals and track negotiated savings.
• Review invoices and consolidated bills for assigned categories for compliance with contracts and policy; coordinate supplier payment issues and allocations with Accounts Payable, Finance, and internal customers.
• Document procedures and maintain standard work for areas of responsibility; advise and communicate best practices for national suppliers.
• Provide data and assist internal divisions with projections, budgeting, and supplier service resolution; communicate lead times for critical services or products.
• Maintain procurement resources on the Portal for departmental and internal customer use, coordinate communications and user training, and provide daily procurement support to internal customers.
• Place and reconcile orders using a purchasing card in accordance with procurement and card policies; work with Accounts Payable and other departments to resolve problems.
• Provide day-to-day oversight of the purchasing assistant.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• BDO’s comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing participants a beneficial ownership stake in the firm.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior