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Full-Time

Procurement Analyst

Posted on 8/28/2024

Softrams

Softrams

201-500 employees

Digital services in AI and Cyber Security

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Consulting
Enterprise Software
Social Impact
Aerospace

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Softrams provides digital services focused on human-centered design, artificial intelligence, cloud solutions, DevOps, and cybersecurity. Their approach involves collaborating with clients to address challenges and develop practical solutions tailored to user needs. The company operates research and innovation spaces called The App Foundry, where ideas are transformed into actionable projects. Softrams distinguishes itself from competitors by emphasizing mentorship and training, offering programs that prepare the next generation for careers in technology. Their goal is to empower individuals through education and hands-on experience, fostering talent in fields like UX, AI, and cybersecurity.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2.9M

Headquarters

Leesburg, Virginia

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Softrams' rapid growth and recognition, such as ranking number 28 on Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators list, indicate a dynamic and innovative work environment.
  • The company's strategic adoption of Unanet GovCon ERP to optimize business operations suggests a forward-thinking approach to managing growth and exploring new markets.
  • Recognition for culture excellence in leadership and innovation underscores a supportive and progressive workplace culture.

What critics are saying

  • Rapid growth may lead to operational challenges and strain on resources, potentially impacting service quality.
  • Dependence on federal contracts could expose Softrams to risks associated with government budget cuts or policy changes.

What makes Softrams unique

  • Softrams' focus on human-centered digital services, particularly in HX, AI, Cloud, DevOps, and Cyber Security, sets it apart from competitors who may not integrate these elements as seamlessly.
  • The App Foundry @ Softrams serves as a unique innovation hub where clients can collaborate directly with the company to develop practical solutions, a feature not commonly found in other firms.
  • Their commitment to mentoring and job-ready training programs for various demographics, including kids and young adults, highlights a long-term investment in talent development that is rare in the industry.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package by providing options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. We also offer 100% company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance for the employee along with optional spousal and child life insurance.

We offer a generous 401k program with matching employer contributions of up to 5%. Employees become fully vested 30 days after their start date.

Everyone needs time to recharge and unwind which is why we provide an annual 15-day vacation and 5-day sick leave. We also provide additional maternity and parental leave, as well as bereavement leave.

We are proud to share our in-house training application which provides unlimited access to training programs (AWS, Azure, SAFe etc). We offer rewards for completion of certificates and host internal brown bag sessions to ensure an environment of continuous learning. We have also launched a new “Yearn to Learn” initiative which provides recommended courses and certifications along with opportunities and incentives based on current role and future aspirations.

We provide your choice of laptop – MacBook Pro or PC, along with any additional software you may need for your job. Our offices provide ergonomic desks with adjustable height powered by push button operation, with USB plugins conveniently mounted right at their desk (SmartDesk). Additionally, our offices have all new Zoom Rooms installed in each conference room to ensure quality communication and collaboration in a seamless and integrated manner.

We have partnered with Teaching for Good to provide free virtual training and mentoring for anyone interested in enhancing their career or would like to acquire new competencies. We also hope to create the skills of our future workforce.

The pandemic has shifted how companies engage with their employees. In addition to the annual company event, we have created new virtual events such as Virtual Birthday Cake Cutting, Trivia, Bingo and many more to emphasize we are one team.

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