Cushman & Wakefield · 1 hour ago
Procurement Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expCushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Procurement Specialist to assist in procurement activities and vendor management. The role involves managing vendor relationships, preparing contracts, and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions in the Commercial Real Estate and Facility Management sectors.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
Manage, review, and participate with team members to develop bid packages, facilitate RFP activity, and analyze quotations
Manage vendor accreditation, onboarding and ongoing overall vendor administration
Prepare and facilitate contract negotiation with suppliers, utilizing templates and processes to ensure accuracy in areas such as Scope of Work, Pricing, and Site & Equipment Lists
Utilize Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tool for vendor contracting process and storage, administration and overall compliance, ensuring updates, amendments and renewals are processed in a timely fashion
Monitor and report vendor performance trends. Ensure contract compliance with C&W and/or client policies and review compliance of service agreements - terms and conditions
Maintain organized records and establish tracking programs for vendor documentation compliance (COI, Contract renewals, etc.)
Assist in resolution of vendor issues from the Client and the Account Team to ensure the implementation of a high quality long term solution that meets stakeholder expectations
Interact with C&W Procurement to ensure utilization of Preferred/Approved Suppliers, contract templates and other tools and templates
Provide exceptional client presentation delivery by conducting all meetings with internal and external customers in a professional manner using a high degree of persuasive ability, professional knowledge, tact, good judgment, and diplomacy
Research supply base for consolidation and improvement in service levels for the Client Account
Generate metrics, analysis, reports, and supplier QBRs to support the client, account, and C&W expectations
Prepare and distribute reports and statistical data to facilitate planning and maintenance of accurate contract records and files
Become familiar with and ensure adherence of current procurement practices, policies, and procedures, to include both C&W corporate and Client account specifications
Perform other miscellaneous related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5+ years of related Facilities Management/Indirect Procurement or equivalent experience
Must be familiar with legal aspects of contracting including reading and interpreting contracts and related documentation, ability to prepare amendments, and ability to explain to stakeholders the specifics of the contracts
Self-motivated and works independently to find solutions
Detail-oriented with strong analytical & presentation skills (Excel & PowerPoint expertise required)
Strong relationship management skills including ability to develop and communicate vendor processes and procedures
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and the flexibility to handle multiple competing priorities
Proficient with internal & external stakeholder/customer relationship management and effective communication with all levels of management
Understanding Strategic Sourcing processes and demonstrated proficiency with e-tools such as Vendor Administration, e-Sourcing, and contract management systems
Preferred
An advanced degree is a plus
Experience in the Commercial Real Estate and/or Facility Management environments is strongly desired
Demonstrated capabilities in managing multiple stakeholders
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$734.8MKey Investors
GreystoneCitizens BankVanke
2023-10-10Post Ipo Debt· $223.8M
2023-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2022-10-13Post Ipo Debt· $27.3M
Leadership Team
Matthew Bouw
CEO Asia Pacific & EMEA
Michelle M. MacKay
CEO
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