Procurement Specialist

Primarily responsible for supporting, and in various instances, ensuring the completion of the procurement process related to acquisition requests made by the administrative departments within the company. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, and/or monitoring sourcing process. Responsible for developing appropriate product/service specifications with the help of a business area and/or Procurement Manager to accurately explain business needs to suppliers. Initiates or supports various non-complex sourcing processes by obtaining competitive costs from suppliers through the development, release, and receipt of Requests for Quotations (RFQ). Negotiates costs and delivery schedules in order to establish pricing and performance standards through PO's with suppliers. Releases Purchase Orders (PO's) as generated and/or needed. Monitors delivery of services and performance of suppliers. Supports the preparation and processing of contract documents from suppliers. Use current departmental tools to enter/update, track, and monitor all acquisition contracts within the various phases of contract management including updating appropriate sources of information, and creation/filing of documents. Monitor project task reporting to support software licensing & hardware maintenance management processes within the responsibility of the Procurement group, including renewal processing. Performs other duties or projects as requested. REQUIREMENTS: Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or global equivalent experience 3-5 years' relevant experience in purchasing and/or indirect procurement required, Must possess an in-depth understanding of office procurement requirements with extensive knowledge of technology (hardware/software) SailPoint is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome all qualified candidates to apply to join our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. Contact [email protected] or mail to 11120 Four Points Dr, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78726, to discuss reasonable accommodations.  NOTE: Any unsolicited resumes sent by candidates or agencies to this email will not be considered for current openings at SailPoint.