Procurement Specialists

Wits Solutions Inc. (WITS) is a SBA certified Small Disadvantaged Business with headquarters in the metropolitan Washington D.C. area. WITS has been providing best-in-class solutions in professional IT and administrative consulting to various Federal State Local and commercial customers. At WITS we believe in working not for our clients but with them. This is why right from the beginning; our analysts and solution-builders work closely with our clients to ensure that the project outcomes continue to deliver value long into the future.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Procurement Specialist supports the Universitys purchasing and sourcing operations by procuring goods and services in compliance with institutional policies public procurement regulations and best practices. The role collaborates with internal departments and suppliers to ensure cost-effective timely and compliant procurement activities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing activities for goods and services.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Conduct supplier sourcing evaluation and selection.
• Support RFQ RFP and bid solicitation processes.
• Negotiate pricing terms and vendor agreements.
• Maintain procurement records and contract documentation.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and applicable procurement regulations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to meet operational and project purchasing needs.
• Monitor vendor performance and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Assist with spend analysis reporting and process improvement initiatives.

Required Skills

• Procurement & Purchasing
• Strategic Sourcing
• Vendor Management
• Contract Administration
• RFQ/RFP/Bid Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Procurement Compliance
• Spend Analysis & Reporting
• ERP/Procurement Systems (Banner Workday PeopleSoft Oracle SAP or similar)
• Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong Communication and Analytical Skills

Education

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management Procurement Finance Public Administration or a related field.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

Preferred Experience

• 3 years of procurement purchasing sourcing or contract management experience.
• Experience in Higher Education Government Public Sector or other regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of public procurement and competitive bidding processes.