Information Technology Procurement Specialist 

Amherst is a technology company with over twenty years of success developing and optimizing data analytics platforms for the real estate market. Having honed a unique analytical approach across residential real estate, commercial real estate, and fixed income, our platform powers various real estate business strategies including mortgage securitizations, asset management, and a single-family buy-to-rent. Our data, technology and risk-management solutions provide our clients an edge in navigating today’s real estate markets. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtain quotes from vendors and create purchase orders
• Review and approve invoices
• Select vendors based on project requirements and market research
• Assist in price negotiations for IT related services
• Manage contracts, warranties, software licensing and renewals
• Lifecycle Asset Management – conduct quarterly audits of stock
• Facilitate deployment and recovery of assets to end users
• Track and update technology budget against forecast and actual expenses
• Work closely with facilities on office expansions and employee moves
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience with budgeting, procurement and vendor relationship management.
• Basic knowledge of financial analysis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Background in technology or related field
• Must have an eye for accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication skills

What we offer:

Amherst is a privately held corporation located in West Austin with beautiful views of Lake Austin and the loop 360 bridge in a modern workspace with open floor plans. 

• A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match
• Flexible PTO, 11 paid holidays, accrued sick/personal time
• Employer paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, flex spending account)
• Professional career development and reimbursement
• On-premise fitness center, locker rooms
• Daily catered lunches, fully stocked kitchen with snacks/drinks
• Relaxed casual environment and weekly/quarterly office events!