Description
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.
LSSI is hiring afull-timeProcurement ManagerMondaythroughFriday.
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the procurement process, from identifying suppliers/vendors to negotiating contracts and managing supplier/vendor relationships. This is a hybrid position and will require 2 days on site every week for Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others,as well as these career advantages:
- On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
- Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
- Salary $90,000-$110,000/Annually.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
- The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
Essential Functions:
- Develop, implement and maintain procurement strategies to optimize costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Identify potential suppliers/vendors and conduct thorough evaluations to ensure they meet LSSI's requirements.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers/vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions, including but not limited to pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
- Monitor supplier/vendor performance and address all issues and concerns promptly to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Conduct cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement.
- Maintain familiarity with industry trends and market conditions to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including but not limited to contracts, pricing, and supplier/vendor information.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers/vendors to foster collaboration and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and provide guidance and support throughout the procurement process.
- Responsible for supplier/vendor management including but not limited to Information Systems security requirements per LSSI policies and maintaining Business Associates Agreements.
- Develop risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages, defects, logistics issues and other issues that may arise affecting delivery of products.
- Prepare andprocessrequisitions andpurchase ordersfor supplies and equipment.
- Ensure timely payment of invoices and allocation of charges across LSSI programs.
- Responsible for reporting actual costs to programs for transparency.
- Work with CFO and CIO to ensure budgeting and vendor costs are accurate.
- Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field required.
- Master's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years' experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management required.
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a supervisory/managerial role required.
- Background check clearance required.
- Certification in procurement or supply chain management (CSCP, CPIM, CPSM) preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of procurement best practices, contract law, and supplier management principles required.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure required.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software required.
- Valid driver's license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
- Access to reliable transportation required.
- Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.
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Lutheran Social Services of IL
paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b)
Dec 04, 2024