Procurement Consultant

We are looking for a skilled Procurement Consultant to join our team in New York, New York, on a contract with the possibility of becoming a permanent position. This role involves overseeing procurement and contract administration for equipment and service vendors, designers, and contractors, with a focus on owner-furnished scopes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in supplier relationship management, negotiation, and procurement best practices while contributing to the seamless execution of projects.Responsibilities:• Manage procurement processes, including vendor prequalification, bid analysis, and scope comparisons to select the most suitable suppliers.• Conduct pricing reviews and negotiations to secure favorable agreements, preparing award recommendations for vendor packages.• Develop and administer contracts, ensuring clarity in vendor scope, installation responsibilities, and interface requirements.• Create, track, and manage RFPs, purchase orders, change orders, and invoices for vendor equipment and services.• Maintain organized procurement documentation, such as contracts, commercial logs, vendor correspondence, and delivery trackers.• Support vendor onboarding and coordinate site activities, working closely with general contractors and suppliers to ensure smooth integration.• Collaborate with design, construction, and commissioning teams to align procurement activities with project requirements and schedules.• Monitor lead times, manufacturing progress, logistics, and delivery milestones, proactively identifying and escalating risks.• Prepare and maintain weekly reports and dashboards detailing cost, schedule, lead times, and supply-chain risks.• Stay updated on industry trends, vendor capacity, and market conditions to inform sourcing strategies and procurement decisions.