The New York Racing Association · 9 hours ago
Procurement Professional - Temp.
Jamaica, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$55/hr - $60/hr
5+ years expThe New York Racing Association is seeking a Procurement Professional to lead and develop strategic sourcing processes. This role involves preparing and maintaining procurement documents, facilitating sourcing events, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
AssociationEquestrianNon ProfitSports
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with NYRA Procurement Department policies and procedures
Assist Business Owners with scope development and procurement strategy based on market conditions
Facilitate sourcing events—RFPs, RFIs and RFQs across various commodities including but limited to: Construction, Real Estate, Banking, MRO, IT, Services, Advertising, Media, Office Supplies, Furniture, Vet. Med.; Security and Transportation, Banking and Cash Transfer
Conducts Bids Openings and chairs Assessment Committees
Provides objective analysis and technical expertise to NYRA subject matter stakeholders
Reviews documentation submitted in support of a solicitation in accordance with NYRA policy to determine responsiveness of proposals received
Provides support for legal review of awards and subsequent contract development
In collaboration with NYRA’s Legal Department, works to ensure that agreements conform to NYRA’s Terms & Conditions
Reads / reviews contracts renewals or 3rd party agreements to identify opportunities for savings and negotiates best in class pricing with vendors
Participates on negotiation teams for contracts, leases and licensing arrangements
Sources market pricing for material products and vendor services associated with NYRA’s operations
Reviews vendor insurance policies to ensure they comply with NYRA’s requirements
Performs vendor reference checks and visits vendor facilities, as warranted
Maintains up-to-date automated records in ARIBA, SAP, Monday.com, BidNet and Agiloft for all vendors and suppliers, procurements, contracts, and agreements executed, including renewal and expiration dates
Communicates with vendors and suppliers regarding pending procurements, service agreements expiration, contracts renewals, and other matters to support procure to pay operations
Other duties as assigned by the Senior Procurement Manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; An advanced degree is an asset
Minimum of five (5) Years working in a diverse procurement environment
Must possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong work ethic with an ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and react to changes in situational urgency
Must demonstrate business analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to handle and maintain complex and confidential information either of a corporate or a government related nature
Ability to work in, lead and or facilitate the development of cross functional teams
Ability to complete projects independently
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Procurement software (e.g. SAP/ARIBA)
The ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment
Good understanding of contracts, pricing and industry standard procurement practices (Public and Commercial)
Company
The New York Racing Association
The New York Racing Association is a nonprofit organization that manages and operates thoroughbred horse racing tracks in New York.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Katie Keenan
SVP, Chief Experience Officer (CXO)
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