Senior Procurement Specialist

Frontline Source Group Holdings, LLC dba dfwHR

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acquisition Strategy, Best Practices, Bid Analysis, Business Administration, Candidate Sourcing, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Change Requests/Orders, Construction, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Analysis, Expense Reports, External Audit, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Government, Health Plan, Internal Audit, Leadership, Market Analysis, Market Research, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Oracle, Oracle Applications, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Pricing, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Procurement Specifications, Procurement Strategy, Public Administration, Public Transport, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, Risk Management, SAP, Sourcing Strategy, Supplier Optimization, Supply Chain Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Senior Procurement Specialist
Our client located in Dallas, TX is in need of a Senior Procurement Specialist. The ideal candidate will have experience working in transportation and have experience managing federally funded procurement projects.

Company Profile:
Transporation

Senior Procurement Specialist
The Senior Procurement Specialist provides leadership in planning, developing, and executing procurement strategies for complex acquisitions of goods, services, and construction projects. This role manages the full lifecycle of procurement activities including sourcing, solicitation development, vendor negotiations, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
The position works closely with internal stakeholders to define procurement requirements, conduct market analysis, and implement sourcing strategies that support operational and financial objectives.
Because procurements may involve federally funded programs, the Senior Procurement Specialist must have a strong understanding of federal government procurement rules and regulations, including compliance requirements associated with federally funded contracts.
Lead procurement initiatives and sourcing strategies for high-value and complex acquisitions.
Partner with internal departments to define project scope, specifications, and procurement plans.
Provide project leadership to ensure procurement activities align with operational and financial goals.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier optimization, and process improvement.
Manage the full lifecycle of formal competitive solicitations including RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs.
Develop scopes of work, bid specifications, evaluation criteria, and solicitation documentation.
Coordinate proposal evaluations, facilitate evaluation committees, and document scoring processes.
Conduct market research and cost/price analysis to ensure best value procurement outcomes.
Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, service levels, and contract terms.
Draft, execute, and administer contracts, amendments, and change orders.
Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and contract compliance.
Develop strong supplier relationships to support operational continuity and risk mitigation.
Ensure procurements comply with federal procurement regulations and requirements governing federally funded contracts.
Interpret and apply relevant federal guidelines, policies, and procurement standards.
Maintain complete procurement documentation and audit-ready files.
Support internal and external audits related to federally funded procurements.
Utilize ERP or procurement systems (such as Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar platforms) to manage purchasing activities.
Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, and contract documentation.
Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and performance metrics for leadership.

Senior Procurement Specialist Background Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10 years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
Required-Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives, vendor negotiations, and contract administration.
Required- Experience working in transit, transportation, government, or highly regulated industries.
Required- Direct experience with federal government procurement rules and regulations governing federally funded procurements.
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices including sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost analysis.
Experience with FTA-funded procurements or public transit agencies.
Professional certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, CPPB, CPPO, or CPSM are a plus but not required.
Experience working with ERP or MRP systems including Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar procurement platforms.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional procurement initiatives and drive process improvements.

Features and Benefits:
Salary plus Cost of Living bonus
PTO and Holidays
Healthcare Plans
401k plan
 

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