[Hiring] Procurement Consultant @Kelly Education

Role Description

Together we change lives. Kelly is a team of experts driven by our belief that the impact of the right person in the right job is limitless. No matter where you are in your career journey you can apply your knowledge and passion to move people, organizations, and communities forward. You’ll have opportunities to grow your expertise and capabilities, both professionally and personally. As a team we celebrate inclusion, caring and collaboration. As a company we value your contribution, we work with integrity, and we always put people first – so your impact really will change lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Digitizing Statement of Work (SOW) agreements into Vendor Management Systems (VMS).
• Supporting supplier onboarding strategies and handling escalations as needed.
• Facilitating and overseeing the entire SOW engagement lifecycle within VMS, including:
  • Creating new requests
  • Processing change orders
  • Monitoring payments
  • Onboarding and offboarding suppliers and workers
• Translating service requirements into digital Statements of Work within client VMS platforms.
• Sourcing new suppliers to support program needs.
• Consulting with managers and client stakeholders to recommend the appropriate paths for talent engagement, including guiding them to the proper buying channels and ensuring compliance with company guidelines.
• Building and managing relationships between suppliers, client managers, procurement, and other stakeholders.
• Acting as a collaborative team member to maintain a high standard of service for customers, suppliers, and program stakeholders.
• Facilitating requirements gathering during client discovery sessions.
• Administering the end-to-end lifecycle management of Statements of Work.
• Training operations teams on product standards, enhancements, and process improvements.
• Overseeing supplier onboarding strategies and managing escalations when necessary.
• Supporting supplier performance management and scorecard initiatives.
• Sourcing and onboarding new suppliers as needed.
• Delivering enhanced analytics, reporting, and program metrics.
• Producing standard and ad hoc reports from Vendor Management System platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High school diploma required; BA/BS or equivalent experience in Procurement, Technical, or related Business fields preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Procurement or Operations, specifically in processing Statements of Work.
• Prior experience with VMS tools, such as SAP Fieldglass.
• Skilled at building professional relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing multiple assignments with attention to detail.
• Adaptable to changing environments and requirements.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
• Strong time management skills.
• Proficient with PC and internet tools, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other web-based applications.

Requirements

• This position is virtual but may require periodic travel to client and Kelly locations based on business needs.
• The annual base pay for this position is listed below. Final compensation will be based on experience and may vary by geographic location: $61,575.00 - $82,100.00.

Benefits

• Total compensation package including benefits as applicable to the position – understanding that each person has unique professional and personal needs focused on your total well-being.
• Explore our range of benefits at: Kelly Services | People Regular Staff.

Company Description

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, including, but not limited to, race, gender, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.