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    Procurement Analyst - Chicago, United States - bswift

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    Want to be a bswifter?


    bswift's successful creation of an online benefits enrollment/administration system has provided a simple, intuitive, and engaging experience for both employers and their employees. Located in downtown Chicago, bswift offers software and services that streamline benefits, HR and payroll administration for employers and public and private exchanges nationwide. bswift's state-of-the-art cloud-based technology and outsourcing solutions significantly reduce administrative costs and time-consuming paperwork, making life easier for administrators and millions of consumers who manage their benefits with bswift.

    We're looking for motivated and goal-driven team members who can do what it takes to make a company great. The reward is a fun, flexible and creative environment with ample opportunity for professional and personal growth. If you love the bswift values of pursue excellence, embrace accountability, deliver superior service, and be a great place to work, we want to hear from you

    WHAT YOU'LL DO

    The Procurement Analyst will assist in supporting our organizations procurement needs by researching new suppliers, ensuring all anticipated/planned purchases of products and services meet our standards, and assisting in contract negotiations to achieve cost-effective results in a timely manner. This role additionally supports strategic planning, pricing negotiations, specification determination and supply control by defining a need, identifying the appropriate solution, managing the purchase, and administering procurement contracts.

    WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR (Essential Functions):

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

    • Provide collaborative efforts to support fulfillment of procure-to-pay activities
    • Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase agreements
    • Coordinate time efficient review of contract terms related to IT Security, Privacy, Risk, Legal, Finance and key stakeholders as needed
    • Assist with purchasing requests and preparing purchase orders
    • Monitor supplier performance and SLAs
    • Analyze industry and demand trends to support leadership with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
    • Regularly assess IT assets and supply needs to maintain balanced inventory
    • Research potential suppliers with a focus on risk management and cost savings
    • Conduct cost-benefit analysis of existing and prospective suppliers
    • Generate monthly, quarterly and annual supply cost reports
    • Track invoices and spend across all departments
    • Coordinate vendor management, inquires and communication
    • Maintain accurate and current documentation of active and preferred suppliers
    • Perform ongoing audits of vendor contracts and maintain accurate archive repository
    • Assist in developing processes and procedures of growing Procurement Department

    WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Required Education and Experience):

    • Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
    • Proven work experience in procurement, contracting or similar roles.
    • Strong knowledge or background of supplier and third party software.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet team objectives.
    • Ability to maintain efficiency in a high-paced environment.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and similar software tools.
    • Ability to adapt and quickly learn new software solutions
    • Experience in managing processes and policies

    NICE TO HAVE (Preferred education and experience):

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is a similar role
    • Certification in third party risk management or procedures

    OTHER DUTIES

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    Standard working hours are 8am-5pm Central Time, unless otherwise stated in the Job Description.

    bswift is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.



    At bswift, our values are Pursue Excellence, Embrace Accountability, Deliver Superior Service, and Be A Great Place To Work. We pride ourselves on having an engaged, friendly and smart team that goes the extra mile to get the job done right. The reward is a fun, flexible and creative environment with ample opportunity for professional and personal growth.

    bswift was named one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, as well as one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.

    We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of personal characteristics or status. We take affirmative action to recruit, select and develop women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

    If you have what it takes to join our award-winning culture, we'd love to hear from you


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