Senior Procurement Specialist
Posted: 03/05/2026
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Industry: Accounting
Job Number: 19765
Pay Rate: 140,000
Job Description
Senior Procurement Specialist
Our client located in Dallas, TX is in need of a Senior Procurement Specialist. The ideal candidate will have experience working in transportation and have experience managing federally funded procurement projects.
Company Profile:
Transporation
Senior Procurement Specialist
The Senior Procurement Specialist provides leadership in planning, developing, and executing procurement strategies for complex acquisitions of goods, services, and construction projects. This role manages the full lifecycle of procurement activities including sourcing, solicitation development, vendor negotiations, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
The position works closely with internal stakeholders to define procurement requirements, conduct market analysis, and implement sourcing strategies that support operational and financial objectives.
Because procurements may involve federally funded programs, the Senior Procurement Specialist must have a strong understanding of federal government procurement rules and regulations, including compliance requirements associated with federally funded contracts.
Lead procurement initiatives and sourcing strategies for high-value and complex acquisitions.
Partner with internal departments to define project scope, specifications, and procurement plans.
Provide project leadership to ensure procurement activities align with operational and financial goals.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier optimization, and process improvement.
Manage the full lifecycle of formal competitive solicitations including RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs.
Develop scopes of work, bid specifications, evaluation criteria, and solicitation documentation.
Coordinate proposal evaluations, facilitate evaluation committees, and document scoring processes.
Conduct market research and cost/price analysis to ensure best value procurement outcomes.
Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, service levels, and contract terms.
Draft, execute, and administer contracts, amendments, and change orders.
Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and contract compliance.
Develop strong supplier relationships to support operational continuity and risk mitigation.
Ensure procurements comply with federal procurement regulations and requirements governing federally funded contracts.
Interpret and apply relevant federal guidelines, policies, and procurement standards.
Maintain complete procurement documentation and audit-ready files.
Support internal and external audits related to federally funded procurements.
Utilize ERP or procurement systems (such as Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar platforms) to manage purchasing activities.
Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, and contract documentation.
Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and performance metrics for leadership.
Senior Procurement Specialist Background Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10 years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
Required-Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives, vendor negotiations, and contract administration.
Required- Experience working in transit, transportation, government, or highly regulated industries.
Required- Direct experience with federal government procurement rules and regulations governing federally funded procurements.
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices including sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost analysis.
Experience with FTA-funded procurements or public transit agencies.
Professional certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, CPPB, CPPO, or CPSM are a plus but not required.
Experience working with ERP or MRP systems including Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar procurement platforms.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional procurement initiatives and drive process improvements.
Features and Benefits:
Salary plus Cost of Living bonus
PTO and Holidays
Healthcare Plans
401k plan
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Our client located in Dallas, TX is in need of a Senior Procurement Specialist. The ideal candidate will have experience working in transportation and have experience managing federally funded procurement projects.
Company Profile:
Transporation
Senior Procurement Specialist
The Senior Procurement Specialist provides leadership in planning, developing, and executing procurement strategies for complex acquisitions of goods, services, and construction projects. This role manages the full lifecycle of procurement activities including sourcing, solicitation development, vendor negotiations, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
The position works closely with internal stakeholders to define procurement requirements, conduct market analysis, and implement sourcing strategies that support operational and financial objectives.
Because procurements may involve federally funded programs, the Senior Procurement Specialist must have a strong understanding of federal government procurement rules and regulations, including compliance requirements associated with federally funded contracts.
Lead procurement initiatives and sourcing strategies for high-value and complex acquisitions.
Partner with internal departments to define project scope, specifications, and procurement plans.
Provide project leadership to ensure procurement activities align with operational and financial goals.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier optimization, and process improvement.
Manage the full lifecycle of formal competitive solicitations including RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs.
Develop scopes of work, bid specifications, evaluation criteria, and solicitation documentation.
Coordinate proposal evaluations, facilitate evaluation committees, and document scoring processes.
Conduct market research and cost/price analysis to ensure best value procurement outcomes.
Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, service levels, and contract terms.
Draft, execute, and administer contracts, amendments, and change orders.
Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and contract compliance.
Develop strong supplier relationships to support operational continuity and risk mitigation.
Ensure procurements comply with federal procurement regulations and requirements governing federally funded contracts.
Interpret and apply relevant federal guidelines, policies, and procurement standards.
Maintain complete procurement documentation and audit-ready files.
Support internal and external audits related to federally funded procurements.
Utilize ERP or procurement systems (such as Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar platforms) to manage purchasing activities.
Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, and contract documentation.
Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and performance metrics for leadership.
Senior Procurement Specialist Background Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10 years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
Required-Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives, vendor negotiations, and contract administration.
Required- Experience working in transit, transportation, government, or highly regulated industries.
Required- Direct experience with federal government procurement rules and regulations governing federally funded procurements.
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices including sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost analysis.
Experience with FTA-funded procurements or public transit agencies.
Professional certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, CPPB, CPPO, or CPSM are a plus but not required.
Experience working with ERP or MRP systems including Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar procurement platforms.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional procurement initiatives and drive process improvements.
Features and Benefits:
Salary plus Cost of Living bonus
PTO and Holidays
Healthcare Plans
401k plan
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Job Requirements
10 years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
Required-Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives, vendor negotiations, and contract administration.
Required- Experience working in transit, transportation, government, or highly regulated industries.
Required- Direct experience with federal government procurement rules and regulations governing federally funded procurements.
Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Cassidy Jacobs
Cassidy Jacobs holds a Bachelors degree focused in International Development from University of North Texas. She is a strategic and results-driven Business Development professional with expertise in the Talent Acquisition industry.
Cassidy is focused on building lasting relationships with clients by supporting them in their need to find top talent in a tight market.
Her five plus years as a Member of DallasHR, two of which were served on the Board of Directors, has provided Cassidy with the education and knowledge to have a better understanding of what clients face daily and the challenges of corporate HR Teams today.
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