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Director of Procurement

Equalis Group is one of the fastest growing public-sector cooperative purchasing organizations. We thrive in a culture where employees are engaged and empowered to contribute directly to the success of the Company.

Summary:

Equalis Group is seeking a Director of Procurement to build and expand upon the Equalis Group supplier contract portfolio. Qualified applicants will be expected to have capabilities in solicitation/RFP development, project management, interpersonal and relationship management skills, negotiation strategies, and a strong ability to learn and operate in a fast-paced environment.

Location:

The preferred location for this position is office-based at our headquarters in Plano, Texas.

Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as a procurement subject matter expert to key stakeholders, including Lead Agents and Equalis Group members, by identifying their critical business requirements and providing procurement services to meet/exceed their expectations.
• Work with Lead Agents and Equalis Group members to develop and refine category strategies (i.e., a sourcing roadmap).
• Work with Lead Agents to develop RFPs/solicitations, including the creation of a scope of work, specifications, evaluation criteria, questionnaires, and all other aspects of what will be required to release formal public solicitations.
• Conduct market research through supplier outreach, industry specific channels and other resources to determine what is required for each sourcing category.
• Communicate Equalis Group’s organizational values to prospective respondents to the RFPs.
• Synthesize comprehensive supplier responses and provide insight and summaries of the supplier responses to Lead Agents.
• Develop and maintain strategic sourcing relationships.
• Evaluate sourcing procedures and present process improvement strategies to Lead Agencies and senior management.

Job Qualifications and Experience:

• 5 years of experience in procurement or related field preferred.
• Energetic and enthusiastic; comfortable working in a fast‐paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, results oriented, with the ability to work in a remote environment when necessary.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• BA/BS degree preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary commensurate with relevant experience.
• Performance-based incentive plan.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) policy for vacation and sick days.
• 401K retirement plan with defined Company match.

Equalis Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.