Professional - Procurement Analyst

*Through Renewable and Energy Resource Group (energy efficiencies, installers, windows installation, renewable technologies, EV charging stations, etc.

*Heavy on administrative and organization of contractors and facilitating approvals
*Supporting and preparing RFP, settle and negotiate vendor disputes
*,High interface with stakeholders; legal, finance, renewable energy operations and procurement team; lots of
interaction cross functionality.
*Ariba and SAP experience a PLUS!
*Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint
*Strong analytical skills
*Familiar with contract law
*This is a gov't funded position; cannot exceed max bill rate listed on req
*Duration of assignment: Possible to go longer term; existing funding is only thru June but have petition to extend another year.

Job Description
Manage the procurement of materials and services for Client's Renewable and Energy Solutions Team through accurate procurement project management and planning; innovative sourcing; and contract development, negotiation and administration.
Specific duties include: Supplier identification and qualification; procurement project management and planning; procurement sourcing; RFP preparation; bid evaluation and negotiation, purchase order preparation; contract administration including: negotiating and settling claims or back charges, and dispute resolution; material and services planning to yield cost savings; tracking market conditions and identify spending trends to facilitate and leverage spend efficiencies; and, host and/or attend procurement and client interface meetings to facilitate procurement engagements.
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of procurement related experience for Sr. Procurement Analyst and at least 3 years of procurement related experience for Procurement Analyst. Without a degree at least 9 years of procurement related experience
Proficient in personal computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
General knowledge of UCC & Contract Law
Valid driver license & ability to travel
Innovative in sourcing and procuring materials and services
Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and development
Demonstrated analytical skills
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Skills:
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP and ARIBA