Manages software asset procurement, subscription requests, renewals, contracts, vendor records, and procurement workflows. Reviews requisitions, prepares contracts for legal review, supports vendor negotiations and budget management, and provides procurement support to Engineering Systems. The role also helps improve software licensing processes and manages relationships with engineering software and technical library vendors.
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Procurement Specialist to join our team! In this role you will get to manage software assets and procurement, renewals, contracts, vendor updates, and workflows.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Create and track requests for new and existing software/subscriptions including monitoring approvals and procurement processes.
- Manage upcoming renewals and contract dates and act as the procurement point of contact for engineering software and technical library vendors.
- Analyze purchasing requisitions for accuracy and prepare contracts for legal review.
- Create new vendor and vendor update requests.
- Assist in vendor negotiations.
- Assist with budget management.
- Provide asset management and procurement support to the Engineering Systems team.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Proven experience in procurement, contract management, and vendor negotiations.
- Proficiency in asset management and procurement software platforms.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities effectively.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with internal teams and external vendors.
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Economics (or related field).
- In leu of degree we would consider someone with 6+ years of related work experience is required.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Proficiency in Asset Manager, SAP Ariba, PRISM, Salesforce, and other relevant platforms.
- Experience in managing software procurement and renewals
- Knowledge of software licensing workflows and implementation.
- Ability to identify process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Corporate team.For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.Salary Range: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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