Procurement SpecialistOur client is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their team.Location: San Jose, CAPay Range: $47.00/hr. - $51.00/hr.What's the Job?The main function of a Procurement Specialist is to lead in determining and managing the sourcing strategy within a defined category or subcategories, identifying and engaging with senior stakeholders. The manager will oversee the sourcing process and materials/reports for management, as well as provide sourcing and procurement advice to business areas.Job Responsibilities:Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and to define and implement the category strategy, plans and processes for sourcing goods and services.Maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of the business drivers and have a comprehensive understanding of how they affect the business strategy.Act as a subject matter expert on procurement policies, processes and best practice.Manage key sourcing activities for business projects, ensuring timely delivery and budgeting with appropriate risk management.Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key existing strategic suppliers and identify potential new partners.Monitor compliance with the business' sourcing process, acting as an internal consultant for each stage in the process.Develop category or sub-category strategy, plans, sourcing pipelines.Skills:Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and negotiation skills.Strong analytical and decision-making skills.Understanding of procurement and sourcing techniques and supply chain management.Experience in procurement or purchasing.Education/Experience:Bachelor's degree in business, Accounting, or related field.8-10 years' experience.Top 3 Must-Have HARD Skills & years of experience for each:Contract / Procurement experience - 8 YearsMicrosoft Office competency - 8 YearsChange Order Review & Processing - 8 YearsExperience working in Data CenterExplain a typical day in the role.:Daily monitoring of on hand and expected delivery of long lead equipment to project site.Partner with GC to ensure accurate equipment storage to include receipt, care and custody and maintenance is executed.Partner with Contracting, Cost, Schedule and Construction peers to ensure work plans are coordinated and supported.Monitor, Communicate, Escalate and Mitigate risks including equipment and supplier tech resource constraintsWhat is the ideal background of a candidate for this role?:Data Center procurement and / or contract execution for long lead equipment.Inventory Management of stored equipment including managing vendor on care & custody.What's in it for me?Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environmentEngagement with industry-leading professionals across IT and Critical Environments sectorsContributing to the safety, security, and operational excellence of critical infrastructureProfessional growth through diverse technical responsibilities and projectsSupportive team culture that values inclusion and continuous improvementUpon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:Medical and Prescription Drug PlansDental PlanVision PlanHealth Savings AccountHealth Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountSupplemental Life InsuranceShort Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceBusiness Travel Insurance401(k), Plus MatchWeekly PayP.S: No third Party or C2C