Procurement Specialist

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Location:India/Remote

About the Job:

Acentra Health is currently looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team. A lean-forward attitude is a must to be part of the transformational journey taking place at Acentra Health, a Healthcare IT company in the federal and state government contracting market. The person can thrive in this environment if they are adept at working with internal and external stakeholders, across various disciplines and can engage and hold technical and business level discussions. The person should be able to see the larger picture, help communicate it, connect and help others connect the dots, with respect to technology and managed services contracts management.

What you will do:

In this role you will be responsible for exquisite execution of the following priorities:

• Supports the administration and management of procurement contracts.
• Research different vendors evaluating and recommending potential new technology vendors.
• Obtain quotes for purchases based on requirements of internal customers and client requirements.
• Creating purchase requisitions and reconciling invoicing.
• Maintain vendor relationships; execute related communication, negotiation and problem solving to meet strategic and tactical operational objectives in the best interest of Acentra Health.
• Maintains contracting and procurement documentation to support Acentra Health in the event of audit or dispute.
• Responds to procurement team inquiries to facilitate timely responses to internal and external clients.
• Executes internal authority matrix processes to gain requisite approvals and execution of contract, amendments, scope of work, etc.
• Ensures the completion of vendor/supplier forms and credit applications.
• Ensures supplier evaluation and management.
• Working 2nd shift remotely within India is required for this position.
  
  

Who you are:

Education & Experience:

• You have a Bachelor's degree or above.
• You have 8-10 years of procurement/contracts management/legal experience in IT/Technology related fields.
  
  

Technical Skills:

• You have full proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
• You are an energetic self-starter with initiative and creative approach to problem solving.
• You have strong analytical, research, problem solving, decision making skills.
• You can balance strategic thinking and attention to detail.
• You can juggle multiple tasks under pressure requiring judgement and initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• You have proven success in managing complex transactions and effective negotiation skills applying various strategies and techniques.
• You have superior communication, interpersonal skills with all levels of internal and external audiences.
  
  

Soft Skills:

• English Language proficiency is required to effectively communicate in a professional environment.
• Excellent communication skills are a must.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a creative mindset to bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Should demonstrate confidence and self-assurance in their skills and expertise enabling them to contribute to team success and engage with colleagues and clients in a positive, assured manner.
• Should be accountable and responsible for deliverables and outcomes.
• Should demonstrate ownership of tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure high-quality results.
• Demonstrates strong collaboration skills by working effectively with cross-functional teams, sharing insights, and contributing to shared goals and solutions.
• Continuously explore emerging trends, technologies, and industry best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.