BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers’ needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward’s headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 20 locations in North America as well as India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana.
Sr. Procurement Specialist
Tempe, AZ, USA, 85284
04/03/2017 to 12/28/2017
$30- $39/hr on w2
management as well as MOS management internally and coordinating with key sourcing stakeholders. Should have excellent written and presentation skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Support the commodity teams by assisting in the following tasks to allow commodity teams to drive eAuction success:
• Compile and schedule SRA0
• Ensure export compliance
• Send out RFQs to suppliers
• Respond to supplier questions
• Update CTT schedule
• Create/Update Ariba eAuction project
• Create/Update Ariba Contract Workspace
• Negotiate T&Cs prior to auction
• Compile and schedule SRA1s as needed
• Compile folders for compliance package
• Follow up calls to suppliers to ensure timely response to RFQ and signature dates
• Follow up calls to ensure supplier participation in the auction
• Works with cross functional teams to ensure eAuction project objectives and timelines are met
• Change Agent: Effectively support integration of new and existing processes into Strategic Sourcing MOS and cross-functionally as required.
Basic Qualifications:
• Read, Write and Speak in English
• U.S Citizen
Additional Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, IT, or related field preferred
• 1+ years of experience in sourcing, planning, or related field in the supply chain preferred
• Experience working in large, complex multi-national firms preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with Ariba preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with external suppliers preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to deal with all levels of personnel, both internally and externally
• Ability to effectively influence stakeholders within and outside the sourcing organization
• Advanced level expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word.)
• Experience with SAP desired
CANDIDATES MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN ONLY
1st Shift 8am-5pm
Sandra Taylor
571-267-4186
Sandra Taylor
571-267-4186
Skills Required
- Read, write and speak English
- U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, IT, or related field
- 1+ years of experience in sourcing, planning, or related field in the supply chain
- Demonstrated experience with Ariba
- Demonstrated experience working with external suppliers
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to deal with all levels of personnel internally and externally
- Ability to effectively influence stakeholders
- Advanced level expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Experience with SAP
- Experience working in large, complex multi-national firms
BCforward Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Flexible Benefits — Eligible U.S. employees may access major medical with HSA, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k), indicating a broad core menu. Official materials and postings outline this lineup even though pricing specifics are not publicly listed.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Some roles reference a structured PTO policy starting around 10 days with increases after longer tenure, signaling a defined leave framework for eligible employees.
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What We Do
BCforward is a global talent and technology solutions partner that helps organizations accelerate outcomes through people, platforms, and expertise. Founded in 1998, the company provides IT consulting and workforce fulfillment services to enterprise and public sector clients across various industries, including financial services, healthcare, government, and life sciences, focusing on digital transformation and strategic staffing solutions.
