Procurement Specialist

Who We AreAt SOTI, we are committed to delivering best in class mobile and IoT device management solutions. We are looking for out of the box thinkers that appreciate the art of creating great software. To us, being visionary is more important than doing things the way they’ve always been done. What We’re Looking ForWe are constantly evolving and transforming to be the best and always on a look out for the right people on our team. Reporting to the Director, Global Procurement, the Procurement Specialist holds a key role within the Procurement and Supplier Management function at SOTI. You are an excellent communicator with proven ability to influence at all levels within the organization. What’s in it for you?The People - From our humble origins in our founder’s basement, to our industry leading position today, SOTI has worked hard to foster a company culture that we can all believe in. A culture that emphasizes personal growth, continuous innovation and fun. The Growth - Our environment fosters new ideas, fresh perspectives, and the ability to take them over the goal line. SOTI is a fast-paced environment with a global reach that encourages you to make your mark and be part of something big!The Technology - You’ll get the chance to work with leading edge technologies and take on complex and interesting projects, as part of highly collaborative and agile teams. You will work alongside SOTI’s partners which include leading tech giants that will keep you on the cusp of emerging technologies.ResponsibilitiesEffective partnering with internal business unitsManage the procurement life cycle, including sourcing and acquiring good and servicesWork closely with stakeholders to define requirements and delivery specifications; prioritize all requests according to stakeholder needsDevelop and present pricing and service options purchases, including saving analysis, supplier offering comparisons, and solution recommendationsEstablish and maintain relationships with suppliers; perform market research to better understand current and future offerings relative to our businessNegotiate prices, terms and conditions, delivery specifications, and servicesWork with our accounting team to ensure a smooth and timely process for executing invoice paymentsWork with legal to ensure that contracts support buying decisionsCreate purchase orders and expense reports for corporate purchases on credit card.Manage and when required supervise facilities contractorsQualificationsBachelor’s degree or relevant experience and accomplishments2-3 years of procurement experienceDemonstrates a working understanding of MS OfficeStrong Excel skills preferredDemonstrates the ability to manage multiple project deliverables on multiple projects effectivelyDemonstrates excellent communication, reasoning and analytical skills.Excellent commercial understanding and business acumen