Purchasing Specialist
OVERVIEW:
Under direction of the Senior Director of Procurement, the Purchasing Specialist will select and qualify vendors and contractors via competitive solicitations for the purpose of awarding and managing public and private sector contracts for a wide variety of goods, equipment, services and commodities required for use by multiple facilities of a transportation organization.
Transdev is proud to offer:
- Competitive compensation $75,000/year
Benefits include:
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick days: 8 days
- Holidays: 12 days; 9 standard and 3 floating
- Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Key RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, develop and solicit requests for quotes and invitations for bids, award purchase orders and contracts in a full and open competitive environment and conduct post-award contract administration.
- Research marketplace for products and services, and source vendors and contractors who will meet or exceed the organization's technical and commercial requirements.
- Contribute to cross-functional teams and assist in the development of specifications and scopes of work.
- Arrange for and participate in vendor and contractor meetings, site tours and conferences.
- Ensure vendors and contractors adhere to terms and conditions of contracts.
- Analyze & tabulate offerings, process change notices & addenda and negotiate contracts as applicable.
- Verify contract documentation meets or exceeds mandatory rules, regulations and audit requirements.
- Become proficient in federally funded procurements in accordance with current FTA Circular 4220.1F.
- Create procurement reports, track savings and resolve vendor, contractor and user disputes & claims.
- Participate in procurement and industry-related conventions and expositions.
- Perform other procurement-related duties and ad-hoc projects, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, Finance or other related field of study, plus three (3) years of applicable experience, or an appropriate combination of education and work experience.
- Knowledgeable of the private and/or public sector purchasing functions.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, interpersonal and analytical skills.
- High work ethic - can perform with minimal supervision and guidance.
- Organized self-starter who works well on team assignments and on an individual basis.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience working in a procurement department of a transportation organization, is a plus.
- Experience with Procurement-Purchasing Management Software, is a plus.
- C.P.M., CPSM, CPPO, CPPB, CPSD and/or other applicable procurement designation, is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by the employee to successful perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 100% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
- Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.
- The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
- Must have intermediate to advanced computer skills and knowledge.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact
Drug-free workplace:
Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:
- Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.
About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev
U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
Job Category: Administrative / Clerical / Payroll / HR / Accounting
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 5212
Pay Group: QSN
Cost Center: 516
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
About Transdev
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video.