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Superior Trades is seeking a Facilities Procurement Specialist for an immediate need in Merritt Island, FL!

Pay: $40/hr. - $46/hr. (DoE)
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Contract

Job Description:

• Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support facilities operations, maintenance, and capital improvement projects across company sites.
• Ensure facilities program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet operational needs.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs), perform price analyses, and develop negotiation strategies for facilities goods and services.
• Construct and manage various contract types for major facilities procurement activities, including service agreements, construction contracts, long-range procurement agreements, and sourcing partnerships.
• Take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final invoice payment and resolve issues throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements, including Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), for facilities categories such as MRO, building services, and equipment.
• Support procurement organization objectives and ensure alignment with corporate strategic goals.
• Ensure delivery of facilities materials, equipment, and services that are on time, within budget, and meet quality and safety requirements.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within facilities, MRO, or indirect procurement categories.
• Understanding and knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Experience negotiating and managing multiple contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), and service-based agreements.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multitask, and effectively prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated success working in ambiguous environments and balancing competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills with experience establishing and tracking procurement metrics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with facilities-related compliance and safety standards, including OSHA requirements and supplier qualification processes.
• Ability to read and interpret statements of work (SOWs), equipment specifications, and building drawings.
• Prior experience purchasing for facilities, real estate, construction, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience procuring building services such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, MRO supplies, or capital equipment.
• Experience with import/export regulations, including ITAR and EAR.

Desired:

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Facilities Management certifications (FMP/CFM).
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, SharePoint, or CMMS platforms.

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