Procurement Analyst

Softrams is one of the fastest growing digital services firms in the Washington Metropolitan regions crafting human-centered solutions and empowering digital services with a focus on HX, AI, cloud, DevOps and cyber security. Our offices are located in Leesburg VA, Baltimore MD, and Plano TX, and our teams are spread across the U.S. 
Recognized as a Top Workplace USA (2024)Recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in Technology (2023, 2021) INC 5000, Fastest growing companies in America (2023, 2022) Washington Business Journal Top 75 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Washington area 2020 NXT UP - Top Federal Emerging Technology and consulting firms 2020 Inaugural DC Metro’s Most Successful Companies 2020 Washington Technology Fast 50 NVTC Tech 100 (2020, 2019) 
Job Description: As a Procurement Analyst at Softrams, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our procurement processes, ensuring that the company secures the best products and services at competitive prices. Your responsibilities will involve working closely with project managers and staff to assess the necessity of products, negotiate with vendors, manage budgets, and ensure timely procurement and renewals. This position is key to maintaining efficient operations and supporting various company projects through strategic purchasing.  This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to Softrams' operational efficiency and success through strategic procurement and vendor management. If you are detail-oriented and possess strong analytical skills, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team! 

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related field. 
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage vendor relationships. 
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. 
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools, such as Snipe IT and Unanet. 
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 

Responsibilities:

• Vendor and Product Management: 
• Collaborate with project managers and staff to determine the necessity of products and licenses, ensuring expenditures are justified. 
• Identify and secure the best pricing for short-term and long-term use, negotiating with vendors to meet the company's needs. 
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, including third-party suppliers, to ensure smooth procurement processes. 


• Licenses and Renewals: 
• Manage company-wide and project-specific licenses, software, and memberships. 
• Initiate the renewal process at least 30 days before expiration, ensuring the best available pricing and avoiding service interruptions. 
• Utilize tools like Snipe IT to track all licenses and renewals, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records. 


• Budget Management: 
• Oversee discretionary budgets for all projects and practices, ensuring no project or practice exceeds its budget allocation. 
• Monitor and report expenditures, including managing credit card receipts and balancing end-of-month purchases. 
• Contract and Invoice Management: 
• Handle the execution of contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance and timely payment. 
• Maintain accurate records of all purchases, including creating purchase orders and uploading invoices to the accounting system (Unanet) and Dropbox.


• Special Projects and Event Coordination: 
• Assist with event management, including procurement of conference tickets, promotional items, and coordinating corporate events. 
• Manage the purchase and distribution of employee and corporate gifts, ensuring timely and appropriate selections. 


• IT and Facilities Support: 
• Collaborate with the IT department on procurement needs, including laptop purchases, maintenance, and office supplies. 
• Act as a liaison between office staff and service providers for facilities management. 

Benefits and Perks:

• 65%-75% company-sponsored (including dependents) premiums towards medical, dental andvision insurance. For eligible plans and tiers, we provide 100% company-paid medical insurance.100% employer sponsored STD, LTD andlife insurance (min $100K). Voluntary life insurance option available. 
• Retirement 401(k) plan with employer matching. Immediate vesting. 
• Vacation andsick leave. 
• Maternity and parental leave.  
• Discretionary bonuses, spot awards, gifts, and tenure-based rewards. 
• Company-sponsored role-based training and certifications.  
• Monthly DoordashDashPass subscription. 
• Group discounts via LifeMart ADP 

Work Location:We have open-collaboration offices in Leesburg VA and Baltimore MD for those who may prefer to work on-site. However, Softrams is a 100% remote-first team environment. Softrams works in the eastern time zone and standard work hours are 9am ET to 5pm ET with flexibility around start and end times based on team needs.
About Softrams:Softrams is a Maryland and Virginia-based small business information technology, consulting, and solutions provider specializing in emerging technologies for UX/UI, mobile apps, DevOps, big data analytics, data science, and cyber security. We offer innovative technology implementations and build customer-centric services that are simple, intuitive, scalable, efficient and usable. 
EEO Statement:Softrams, LLC. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Softrams is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, or to participate in the job application or interview process, contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@softrams.com
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