Buyer II, Information Technology

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The IT Buyer II sources and procures IT products and services (software, hardware, technical services), supporting procurement throughout project lifecycles. This role ensures contracts and purchases meet ACS business and InfoSec requirements, aligns procurement with budget and quality standards, and manages source-to-pay functions (sourcing, bidding, supplier qualification, negotiation, contract execution, and compliance). The position also supports strategic supplier relationships, performance management, purchasing activities, documentation, and communication with stakeholders.


*** This is a fully remote position that can be home-based anywhere within the United States. Must have prior procurement/ buyer experience supporting IT. ***

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identify, compete and evaluate qualified suppliers to meet immediate operational needs, ensuring quality and value.  (30%)

• In partnership with stakeholders, prepare detailed bid requests, analyze bids and procurement data to identify cost savings and service efficiencies, and improve service delivery.  Negotiate pricing, deliverables, and terms swiftly with multiple qualified partners, focusing on achieving the best value and quality of service. (30%)

• Enter contracts into the contract system and collaborate with suppliers and the legal team to finalize contracts, create Purchase Orders to coordinate the purchase and delivery of goods/services to individual locations.  (10%)

• Actively engage with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain-related issues, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.  (10%)

• Provide excellent service and communication to internal stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met, and supporting procurement-related special projects.  (5%)

• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment by actively engaging with team members and cross-functional teams, promoting open communication, and supporting collective problem-solving efforts to understand urgent service requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.  (10%)

• Provide product, spend, and supplier information to sourcing managers as requested; assist with category management as assigned (5%)

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• A college degree or Professional certification strongly preferred

• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in Information Technology procurement is required.

• Skilled in competitive bidding, contract negotiation, and electronic purchasing tools.

• Knowledge of technology industry terminology and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Formal knowledge of sourcing processes including competitive bidding and supplier qualifications.

• Basic knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures

• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a deadline-oriented environment.

• Experience purchasing technology professional services.

• Accuracy and speed in data entry

• Possess a positive and proactive “can do” attitude.

• Outstanding work ethic, detailed oriented, motivated with commitment to quality and teamwork

• Ability to quickly learn and master new skills

• Experience utilizing electronic Purchasing and Contracting tools (Coupa, Conga).

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel when necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. 

• No, or very limited physical effort is required.  

• No or very limited exposure to physical risk. 

The starting rate is $68,000 to $72,000 annual. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.