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World Vision is hiring a Procurement Contract Administrator to serve on the Vendor Contract Services (VCS)Team.

At a Glance

Role:   Procurement Contract Administrator

Location: Federal Way, WA – World Vision US Headquarters. This is a Hybrid role. Candidates must be able to come into the office once a week.

Reports to: Director, Vendor Contract Services

Required experience: Two-year technical or junior college degree or equivalent work experience (four years). In addition, to education equivalent, requires general business work experience, preferably working with vendors; 1 year. - OR- Bachelors degree in related field, with related experience preferred. Knowledge of all MS Office Suite - including MS teams. Experience with NetSuite, is a plus. S trong customer service and communication skills - verbal and written.

Work Authorization:   Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A. for any employer.

Benefits: Yes. Click here (https://www.worldvision.org/about-us/job-opportunities/working-for-world-vision)   to learn more .  

Salary Range: $22.50 - $32.92. Please note the typical hiring range is $25.00 - $28.00 an hour. A different range may apply based on your work location. The salary range applies to locations with a market similar to our U.S. HQ in the Greater Seattle area. Job offers within the range are based on relevant job qualifications and pay equity. See “Salary Range & Benefits” section below for more details on our compensation and benefits. World Vision employees see our Salary Administration Guidelines and My Life My Benefits pages on our organization intranet known as The Vine.

World Vision is looking for a Procurement Contract Administrator to provide vendor contract administration services and purchasing services to various business owners throughout World Vision U.S. for purchases and/or contracts that are typically less than $250,000, and are of minimal complexity, requirements are clearly defined and standard in industry. Help carry out our Christian organization’s mission, vision, and strategies. Personify the ministry of World Vision by witnessing to Christ and ministering to others through life, deed, word and sign.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Perform contract administration duties in alignment with departmental guidelines, including:

• Initiate purchases with suppliers

• Verification of agreement terminology, ensuring language is in compliance with WVUS Legal department

• Administer background and anti-terror checks according to WVUS policy

• Issue Purchase Orders

• Ensure purchases are approved and signed according to WVUS policy

• Record and file documentation (purchases/agreements/approvals)

• Advise business owner of agreement termination and renewal dates

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Maintain awareness of corporate goals, objectives, organizational announcements, and activities. Reference and follow organizational policies and procedures, seeking clarity as needed.

  You Bring These Skills:

• Contract Management: Demonstrates knowledge of aspects of contract management, including contract negotiation, schedule and contract requirements, and supplier evaluation.

• Oral and Written Communication: Effectively expresses ideas, thoughts and concepts verbally and in writing, using correct grammar, organization and structure, and effective presentation media and techniques. Use appropriate media and approach.

• Procurement: Demonstrates a working knowledge of procurement processes and procedures for the acquisition of products and services to meet relief and development ministry requirements.

• Computer Skills: Demonstrates effective computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite, NetSuite, intranet and Internet, and various software applications and databases used in work efforts.

  Education and Experience:

• Two-year technical or junior college degree or equivalent work experience (four years).

• In addition to education or education equivalent, requires 1 year of general business work experience, preferably working with vendors -OR- Bachelor’s degree in related field, with related experience preferred.

• Knowledge of all MS Office Suite - including MS teams

• Experience with NetSuite, is a plus

• Strong customer service and communication skills - verbal and written

  Additional Skills We Are Interested In:

• Attention to Detail: Accomplishes tasks thoroughly, showing concern for all the areas involved no matter how small, at the appropriate level for the task.

• Communication: Presents ideas articulately. Uses effective listening skills to promote the free flow of information. Shows consistency between words and actions. Works collaboratively with others to promote consistent communication across the department.

• Negotiation Skills: Explores alternatives to reach optimal outcomes that gain acceptance of all parties when parties have divergent goals. Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to gain acceptance of an idea.

• Influencing Skills: Asserts ideas and persuades others, gaining their support and commitment; mobilizes people to take action. Makes and maintains contact with individuals who can influence decision-makers. Communicates persuasively and with high impact.

  Salary Range & Benefits:

  Your salary is important to you so it’s important to us. The full salary range is $22.50 – 32.92. Please note the typical hiring range is $25.00 - $28.00 an hour. A different range may apply based on your work location. The salary range applies to locations with a market similar to our U.S. HQ in the Greater Seattle area. Job offers within the range are based on relevant job qualifications and pay equity. World Vision employees see our Salary Administration Guidelines and My Life My Benefits pages on our organization intranet known as the Vine. Please indicate the range you’re targeting when asked during the application process. In addition, we have a robust and comprehensive benefits package to round our total compensation package. Click here (https://wvusstatic.com/2023/pdf/2023_Benefits_At_World_Vision_WEB.pdf) to learn more (the Vendor Administrator position is a grade 219) . Additionally, merit, auto allowance and relocation may be available to eligible employees based on existing plans.

  What Happens Next?

  Applications are reviewed weekly. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. If questions arise on our end about your application, we will message you to learn more. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter! Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time. All interviews will be virtual at this time.

  Where This Job Could Take Your Career:

  You’ll be part of World Vision USA as well as part of the larger World Vision International Partnership. Success in this role could result in other opportunities to grow and develop. Globally, we have over 40,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries (1,000 staff with World Vision US).

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