Procurement Buyer

PROCUREMENT BUYER CONSULTANT – INTERMEDIATE & SENIOR

Client: MTA – New York State Location: 2 Broadway, New York, NY Work Model: Onsite Duration: 1 Year Contract Positions: Intermediate Procurement Buyer Consultant / Senior Procurement Buyer Consultant

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking experienced Procurement Buyer Consultants to support procurement, sourcing, and contract management activities for a major public-sector transportation organization in New York.

We are accepting qualified candidates for both Intermediate and Senior-level positions. The ideal candidates will have strong experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain management, contract administration, negotiations, and procure-to-pay processes.

This is a fully onsite opportunity at the MTA location at 2 Broadway, New York, NY.

POSITION LEVELS

• INTERMEDIATE PROCUREMENT BUYER CONSULTANT

Experience: 2–5 years

The Intermediate Procurement Buyer Consultant will support day-to-day procurement and sourcing activities, including purchasing, vendor coordination, contract administration, and procurement documentation.

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of procurement processes and be comfortable working with cross-functional teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

• SENIOR PROCUREMENT BUYER CONSULTANT

Experience: 5–10+ years

The Senior Procurement Buyer Consultant will take on more advanced sourcing, procurement, contract management, negotiation, and procurement strategy responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing complex procurement activities, supporting RFPs, negotiating contracts, administering agreements, and working independently with limited guidance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support sourcing and procurement activities from initiation through contract execution and administration.
• Develop and support sourcing strategies, including RFP and market research activities.
• Assist with preparation, review, and management of procurement documentation.
• Support contract writing, negotiation, execution, and administration.
• Manage vendor communications and coordinate with internal stakeholders throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Apply procurement policies, procedures, processes, and controls to daily activities.
• Support the procure-to-pay process and ensure procurement activities are completed accurately and in accordance with established requirements.
• Review purchasing requirements and identify appropriate procurement approaches.
• Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, evaluate options, and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Analyze procurement information, contracts, pricing, and vendor-related data.
• Maintain accurate procurement and contract records.
• Support compliance with procurement policies, contractual requirements, and applicable public-sector procedures.
• Identify procurement risks and work with stakeholders to address and mitigate them.
• Manage multiple assignments and priorities while meeting established deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, procurement teams, business stakeholders, and management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Contract Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, supply chain management, or contract management.
• Experience with RFPs, sourcing strategies, contract writing, negotiations, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of the procure-to-pay process.
• Knowledge of procurement-related policies, procedures, processes, controls, and risks.
• Experience with ERP purchasing applications and other procurement-related software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance and meet deadlines.
• Strong judgment and ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing business requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Candidates with the following experience are highly encouraged to apply:

• Public-sector procurement experience
• Government or transportation industry procurement experience
• MTA, NY State, or other government agency experience
• Large-scale enterprise procurement
• Strategic sourcing
• RFP development and management
• Vendor management
• Contract lifecycle management
• ERP procurement systems
• Procure-to-pay processes
• Contract negotiation and administration
• Supply chain management

INTERMEDIATE VS. SENIOR EXPERIENCE

Intermediate Procurement Buyer:

• 2–5 years of relevant procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or contract management experience
• Working knowledge of procurement processes and procedures
• Ability to manage assigned procurement activities with appropriate guidance
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Senior Procurement Buyer:

• 5–10+ years of relevant procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or contract management experience
• Strong experience with sourcing strategy, RFPs, contract negotiations, and contract administration
• Ability to independently manage complex procurement assignments
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders

We are accepting resumes for both Intermediate and Senior Procurement Buyer Consultant positions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Application Question(s):

• State Government and/or Transportation/DOT project experience.

Work Location: In person