Below are the 4 Procurement Specialists, 4 Contract Specialists & 4 Senior Buyers with Deltek & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides procurement specialists, contract specialists & senior buyers on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Does a procurement specialist who is experienced in aerospace, defense and IT services industries, as well as knowledgeable in Deltek Costpoint pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Deltek Costpoint, Deltek GCS and Impromptu. Areas of expertise include significantly reducing procurement Costs by standardizing processes, negotiating favorable terms and streamlining supplier channels; extracting financial data from various accounting or information systems, along with performing moderately complex statistical, Cost and financial analysis.

Major responsibilities of this procurement specialist included establishing, maintaining and monitoring supplier agreements of Medium to high dollar, risk and/or complexity. Support was provided for the selection, development and management of strategic/ preferred suppliers to meet commodity Cost or Performance goals. Supporting a large range of custom and COTS commodities and negotiating pricing using Cost/Price and best value analysis were positive experiences brought to the business table. Negotiation was carried out to ensure terms/ conditions, addressing provisions and risks of financial terms, Acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas.

The job covered ensuring terms and conditions were flowed down from customer contracts to supplier contracts, in addition to establishing and maintaining formal agreements (Purchase orders) with suppliers. Tasks consisted of incorporating customer or internal changes in the contract or Purchase Order, tracking Cost savings and Cost avoidance, along with establishing the delivery and payment terms that reduced inventory and made the best use of Cash. Functions involved applying import/export regulations such as ITAR, EAR and DDTC registration, as well as applying security regulations concerning vendor visits or information sharing.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a procurement specialist with work background in a health system, as well as skilled in Deltek Costpoint, SAP and Great Plains? Technical skills cover Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Great Plains, Access, Visio, SQL Plus and Java. Other important skills involve materials management, inventory control, sourcing solutions, purchasing and procurement strategy. Educational attainment includes Masters of Management (e-Commerce/e-Business, cum laude); Bachelors of Professional Studies Business (Business Management); and Associate’s in Applied Science (Retail Business Management).

While working for a health system, one of the main functions of this procurement specialist were composed of managing the procurement activities of four hospital’s surgery requests from purchasing to delivery using purchasing policies, procedures and practices. This individual acted as the primary materials management contact as a procurement expert by reviewing electronic Purchase requisitions for accuracy before conversion to a Purchase Order.

Reviewing contract terms and conditions for new/ renewing contracts for goods or services with vendors was accomplished by gathering key marketplace industry data via research to analyze and summarize commodities/ product lines to formulate a strategy for contract renewal. The ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with hospital personnel and vendor representatives was demonstrated.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this procurement specialist who worked in IT services, wholesale and media industries, and proficient in Deltek Costpoint and Microsoft Dynamics NAV? Technical skills involve Deltek Costpoint, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SharePoint and Content Central. This specialist has years of experience in procurement, supply chain and inventory management across multiple government agencies while maintaining responsibility for corporate purchases, as well as negotiating favorable terms and creating more efficient supplier channels.

Important contributions of this procurement specialist included executing the full procurement lifecycle activities for both federal (direct) and corporate (indirect) procurements and holding public trust “building Access” Clearance for US department of energy locations. The job entailed regularly operating inside of the US Department of Energy’s ServiceNow DAYS ticketing/Order tracking system. Strategic procurement plans were created, including establishing milestones and coordinating with vendors to ensure full understanding of terms. Tasks covered assessing risk and creating plans of Action in Order to maintain fluidity during all phases of each procurement (CIPS Five Rights). Managing and creating Purchase orders and fully documenting procurement files were done using both SharePoint and Deltek Costpoint.

This specialist performed planned negotiation strategies while coordinating with other technical experts involved. Skills brought to the table covered establishing, developing and leveraging network of suppliers, and industry practitioners, as well as ensuring vendor compliance to policies, terms and conditions to ensure best in class economics. Functions involved collaborating with suppliers and customer stakeholders to identify continuous Cost and Performance improvement strategies, in addition to reviewing vendor quotes, bid analysis and Cost proposals.

What can a procurement specialist with work background in biotechnology, energy and retail industries, as well as specialization in Deltek Time & Expense and Oracle bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve Deltek Time & Expense, Oracle and Access. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (with concentration in Marketing, minor in Economics) and courses in Administrative Professional Certificate. The professional is currently working toward PMP Certification.

Working with areas managing and processing service contracts, including funding while ensuring compliance with established procurement regulations, such as Federal acquisition regulations were some of the responsibilities of this procurement specialist. Duties covered providing recommendations based on in-depth program analysis, funds expenditures, and organization spending plans with justifications prepared as appropriate, along with attending meetings to record minutes including scientific information that would be disseminated to staff and new Action items for management. This individual maintained accurate and updated balances of all animal budgets including cage and holding charges and handled the daily entry of facility orders including maintaining office inventory. One of the skills brought to the table consisted of preparing financial reports, accounts receivable, accounts payable and Deltek Time & Expense reports.

Other functions involved designing and preparing monthly organizational/ project financial information reports, analyzing and maintaining project accounts, as well as maintaining the general ledger. The job covered coordinating with vendors/service providers for maintenance of an animal research facility and entering data concerning environmental monitoring to maintain sterile workplace. Requests were submitted to the engineering staff for general maintenance such as lighting, temperature, humidity and leaks.

What can a contract specialist with work background in pharmaceutical, financial services and research industries bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve Deltek Costpoint and Cognos. Educational attainment includes BS in Business Administration (with honors).

Working with areas such as managing the timely entry into the Deltek Costpoint Accounting Database providing the organization with current contractual and accounting information, thereby allowing management to review and/or adjust forecasting business decisions was one of the responsibilities of this contract specialist. Duties covered applying Costpoint and project authorization warehouse storage (PAWS) expertise to complete set up and changes for project management for 2 research groups, as well as generating Cognos reports, ARRA reporting, and other interactive technology programs, including the new contract Action notification (CAN) process.

Functions in other jobs consisted of performing and coordinating all activities required to finalize site contracts (including, contractual terms/ conditions, associated investigator grant budgets payment schedule terms/ conditions and ancillary documents), with investigator sites, pharmacies, laboratories or other relevant contractual parties during the lifecycle of the study. The job covered reviewing Purchase orders, invoices and document packages containing terms and conditions of leasing parameters for customers of the organization and/or other 3rd party partners. This individual achieved a balance between technical/research staff and external clients while maintaining contractual obligations, federal and local laws, to meet all requirements for a successful conclusion for the client and the company. Being responsible for the contract administration of designated clients to include federal government grants, cooperative agreements and Cost reimbursement type was efficiently handled, along with applying experience in RFP review and proposal submission.

Could your organization use a contract specialist II who is experienced in defense, business services and retail industries, as well as proficient in Deltek Costpoint? Technical proficiencies cover Deltek Costpoint and Impromptu. Areas of expertise include contracts and subcontract administration. Educational background includes Bachelor of Science in Management, minor in Contract Management (cum laude); Associate of Science in Accounting; Associate of Science in Business; as well as classes in Accounting I and II, Business Statistics I and II, and Legal Environment of Business.

Some impact contributions of this contract specialist II included contract and subcontract administration, along with maintaining original contracts and modifications, as well as integrating modifications into a working copy of each contract. This individual submitted documents in response to contract/subcontract data requirements lists as well as set up and maintained contracts in Deltek Costpoint. The subcontract database was maintained. Key roles involved preparing and disseminating information throughout the organization regarding contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation and termination. Receiving and forwarding RFP, RFI and RFQ to appropriate business development personnel were carried out, along with administering a contract. Skills brought to the table involved preparing and distributing subcontracts, preparing the contract setup process at the time of contract award and presiding over contract kickoff meetings. Functions covered reviewing/analyzing subcontractor invoices, obtaining the needed authorizations and providing department clerical or administrative support.

Another position consisted of doing contracts file room maintenance, while also opening and distributing the department mail. File folder setup up for various contracts was completed, along with arranging and coordinating weekly meetings. Database and spreadsheet data entry and record keeping were efficiently carried out.

Would a contract specialist with familiarity in IT services, business services and government industries, as well as skilled in Deltek Costpoint, PeopleSoft, SAP and Oracle help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Deltek Costpoint, PeopleSoft, SAP and Oracle. Core skills include applying complete knowledge of supplies, equipment and services ordering/ inventory control. Educational attainment includes Business Administration and Government & Politics; CPM, CPMD and CPSM Certifications.

Making a positive difference with supporting the joint effort contracting office with the new facilities construction project, as well as doing pre-award administration and post-award administration were some of the key focuses of this contract specialist. Responsibilities covered providing direct support functions for: fiduciary management of the organization’s budgets, contract administration for architectural/ engineering services, continuity of operations, emergency planning and a wide array of administrative programs (equipment tracking, logistics, housekeeping, reprographics, scanning services, mail/ travel management, records management, bidder lists, Credit card management). The job required reviewing requests analyzing the justification and determining the scope of services needed against regulatory requirements governing sources, limitations, formal bid requirements, and sole sourcing.

Notable tasks in another job included handling procurement and implementing the new purchasing system (via AP PeopleSoft On-Base Deltek Costpoint). This individual maintained vendor relations and created expenditure spreadsheets weekly. Functions involved contracting vendors in listed supply chain keeping within allotted budget and compiling research on best rates along with efficiency of services while staying within budget. Serving as coordinator for processing expense reports for associates and researching impact on incumbent supplier on the loss of business resulting from the addition of a project.

Could your organization use a contract specialist who is experienced in manufacturing, IT services and oil/gas industries, as well as proficient in Deltek Costpoint and SAP? Technical proficiencies cover Deltek Costpoint and SAP. Educational attainment includes B.A. Transportation & Logistics Management (Supply Chain Management) as well as Government Contract Management Program.

Primary tasks of this contract specialist included drafting, negotiating and facilitating the execution of customer and subcontractor contract documents. This individual was required to keep up to date on corporate contract guidelines then incorporate those guidelines during contract review and negotiation process and to participate in contract negotiation discussions. Developing and providing contract analysis and risk assessment to management were also handled, along with participating in contract escalations with legal counsel and management team. Executed contracts were ensured to be communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness. Key roles covered performing research on license requirements for project locations, assisting with general contractor and engineering license renewals, along with completing and submitting new vendor/ customer set-up requests.

Contributions involved preparing, reviewing, negotiating and submitting teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, subcontract task orders, consulting agreements, Purchase orders, Purchase requisitions, mods and other related documents. This individual served as the liaison between suppliers/vendors and employees, along with tracking authorizations and correspondence/ contract funding using Deltek Costpoint. Skills involved preparing letters of intent and notices to proceed, incorporating flow down clauses into subcontract agreements, in addition to tracking and monitoring new and expiring supplier certificates of insurance and qualification questionnaires.

Could your organization use a senior buyer who is experienced in professional services, technology and aerospace industries, as well as proficient in Deltek Costpoint and SAP? Technical proficiencies cover Deltek Costpoint, SAP, MPS and BAAN. Core competencies include commercial/government contracting in a manufacturing environment, as well as managing supplies for maintenance, repair and operation (MRO), build to print detail parts, standards, raw material, services and capital equipment. Educational attainment includes courses for Business CPM (Certified Purchasing Management); and for Basic Contract Law/ Price Analysis, Advance Negotiation, Import Compliance Awareness and Lean Manufacturing Techniques.

One of the primary tasks of this senior buyer included supporting purchasing and subcontracting requirements for a remediation project for the Department of Energy to completion under budget with no purchasing, quality infractions or compliance issues. Verifying receipts of product and processing/reconciling invoices were also handled. Key roles covered providing administration support as required by providing submittals and quality reports, in addition to supporting the proposal work and closeout for other LATA projects/divisions.

Contributions in other jobs involved supporting procurement activities based on NQA-1 procedures and ensuring the suitability of supplier selection based on their ability to provide items in accordance with procurement documents. Proposals were analyzed to determine best proposition and pricing/ contract terms/ conditions were negotiated. This individual initiated and implemented methods to promote customer budget goals. Skills brought to the table involved providing support within a team environment to design engineering, configuration management, planning and production assembly for newly designed 787 Dreamliner, along with supporting rate readiness and production readiness reviews with high level managers.

What can a buyer with work background in supply chain and manufacturing industries, as well as specialization in Deltek Costpoint and Workday bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve Deltek Costpoint, Workday, SharePoint, Concur and Cognos. Areas of expertise included purchasing, all aspects of vendor sourcing and selection, negotiation of pricing, negotiation of contract terms/ conditions, budgeting and management of accounts from Order to payment, along with managing a team of buyers that supported over 500 programs. Educational background includes BS in Advertising and AA in Liberal Arts. The individual also earned CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) and CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) credentials.

Skills brought to the table by this buyer included working directly with requestors to execute purchases according to established procedures, for both internal and government requests, as well as working with the legal department and compliance to obtain most favorable terms and conditions on all contracts related to procurements including SLA’s, EULA’s and SOW’s. Duties covered working directly with subcontract and contract administrators relating to any turn-key proposals from subcontractors as they related to government projects, in addition to supporting several large government contracts as lead buyer. This individual was responsible for processing requisitions and pricing requests using the Deltek Costpoint purchasing system.

Responsibilities also consisted of hosting twice yearly trainings to procurement members on topics ranging from utilizing GSA to Cost analysis and ensuring compliance with the terms, conditions, contractual requirements, corporate policies, procedures, statutes and to minimize risk. Tasks involved completing all aspects of purchasing.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this senior buyer who worked in energy, utility and petroleum industries, as well as proficient in Deltek Costpoint, QuickBooks and SAP? Technical competencies involve Deltek Costpoint, QuickBooks, SAP and Visibility. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Associate’s degree in Computer Technology; and Associate’s degree in Business Administration.

One of the important contributions of this senior buyer included procuring mechanical and electrical components used in pre-engineered low-emission burner systems, on-shore/ off-shore flares, thermal oxidizers and vapor combustion/ recovery systems. Applying worldwide procurement skills and techniques was part of the job.

In other jobs, procuring the material for pre-engineered products used in the construction of custom engineered water and wastewater treatment plants was part of the key roles. Procurement and projects at the refineries were also efficiently handled. Technical specification reviews were performed with engineers and vendors providing major equipment such as motors, pumps, compressors, electrical, I&C, pipes, valves and fittings. This specialist coordinated air and ocean shipments of material.

Does a senior buyer who is knowledgeable in Deltek Costpoint, Oracle and Lawson, as well as experienced in business services, IT and computer software industries pique your interest? Technical knowledge involves Deltek Costpoint, Deltek Accounting System, Oracle, Lawson and QuickBooks. The individual is pursuing a business degree.

Major responsibilities of this senior buyer included performing purchasing functions for the federal sector and procuring all material products for the federal sector in support of multiple divisions. The functions were to follow all procedures of the organization and FAR/DFAR requirements to make all purchases compliant. High volume of purchases did need to be met for the quota of each week as a report of weekly status reports were required by the divisional manager at CSC. This individual worked well with all staff members and all customers that were supported in all divisions. Primary systems used were Deltek Costpoint accounting program and the intranet for referencing material. Most contracts were fixed Price and Cost plus but on occasion would exceed 100K so policy would need to be followed in Order to make compliant before award was given.

Another job covered conducting purchasing functions for the IT sector and procuring Purchase labor and technical service agreements for many departments. The Purchase labor was utilized by using an Internet tool IQNavigator. IQNavigator was a faster and Cost effective way to find temporary labor especially in an immediate fill for a position. Other tasks covered handling source competition, rate analysis, award and applying knowledge of CPSR, FAR/DFAR, IT policies and procedures.