<p>Procurement Specialist</p> <p>Pay Range $68,000 - $78,000</p> <p>Company Overview</p> <p>Community Teamwork is a private non-profit organization located in Lowell MA. We employee over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change. We leverage our programs, our partnerships, and our collective voice to foster equity, compassion, and community engagement by creating housing, education, and economic opportunities.</p> <p>Position Summary</p> <p>The Procurement Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement process to ensure that goods and services are acquired in a cost-effective, timely, ethical, and mission-aligned manner. The Procurement Specialist plays a key role in vendor management, contract negotiation, and leading Request for Proposal (RFP) processes to support organizational programs and operations.</p> <p>Essential Functions and Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Develop, implement, and maintain procurement policies and procedures in line with agency and funder compliance standards. </li><li>Lead all stages of the procurement lifecycle, including planning, sourcing, negotiating, contracting, and performance evaluation. </li><li>Lead the development and presentation of a quarterly procurement matrix, enabling strategic decision-making through analysis of spend and cost-saving opportunities. </li><li>Establish, maintain, and manage an approved vendor list to ensure vendors meet organizational standards for quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. </li><li>Manage and streamline the RFP and bidding processes to ensure transparency, fairness, and competitive pricing. </li><li>Maintain a centralized contract management system to ensure compliance, proper documentation, and timely renewals. </li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation to support internal audits and external reporting. </li><li>Review and approve electronic purchase requests in alignment with procurement policies. </li><li>Oversee key purchasing platforms and manage invoicing for vendors including Staples, Verizon, WEX, Home Depot, and Market Basket. </li><li>Maintain accurate records and oversight of agency vehicle inventory and copier lease agreements. </li><li>Coordinate bi-annual physical inventory audits of equipment across all program sites. </li><li>Uphold the values of CTI Equity, Integrity, Compassion. </li></ul> <p>The duties listed above are representative of the work performed. Other related duties may be assigned.</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent. </li><li>5+ years of procurement experience, preferably with government contract experience. </li><li>Proven experience with RFPs and contract negotiations. </li><li>The ideal candidate will possess MCPPO certification through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or obtain certification within the first two years of employment. </li><li>Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear procurement documents, RFPs, policies, and vendor correspondence. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree preferred </li></ul> <p>Benefit Information</p> <p>At Community Teamwork, our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial and emotional wellness. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>4 Weeks of Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - 12 paid holidays. </li><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Company Paid Life Insurance Critical Illness Insurance-Pet Insurance </li><li>Tuition Reimbursement - Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities </li><li>5% employer contribution to your 401K retirement account after 6 months of employment </li><li>Great co-workers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action offering a chance to help make a real difference in the lives of those we serve </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Disabled</p> <p>This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence.</p>