We are looking for an experienced procurement specialist to take on a senior role in managing strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing supply chain processes. In this position, you will play a crucial role in negotiating contracts, fostering vendor relationships, and ensuring procurement strategies align with organizational goals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in procurement to drive efficiency and create value.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the entire procurement lifecycle, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, purchasing, and delivery of goods and services.<br>• Design and execute strategic sourcing plans that align with budgetary targets and organizational objectives.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure product availability, competitive pricing, and quality standards.<br>• Identify and implement supply chain optimization strategies to improve cost efficiency, lead times, and vendor performance metrics.<br>• Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure compliance with terms, conditions, and service-level agreements.<br>• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to proactively address risks and identify new opportunities.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams, such as finance and operations, to forecast procurement needs and establish budgets.<br>• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, ethical practices, and regulatory requirements through effective oversight.<br>• Track and analyze procurement key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.<br>• Mentor and develop the procurement team to enhance skills and support growth.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant for a Contract-to-Permanent position in Dundalk, Maryland. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing grant-related financial activities while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position is perfect for someone with a solid understanding of accounting principles and expertise in grant administration.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure grant-related activities adhere to federal, state, and program-specific compliance and reporting requirements.</li><li>Review and validate financial documents for accuracy and alignment with institutional policies and regulatory standards.</li><li>Monitor grant expenditures and cost allocations to ensure compliance with allowability, allocability, and reasonableness criteria.</li><li>Prepare budget forecasts and perform trend analyses to support financial planning efforts.</li><li>Generate and interpret financial reports for internal use, external auditors, and government agencies.</li><li>Act as a subject matter expert on regulatory frameworks, including Uniform Guidance, applying guidelines to post-award grant management.</li><li>Administer time and effort certifications for faculty and staff associated with sponsored projects, ensuring adherence to regulations.</li><li>Develop and maintain policies and procedures to uphold grant financial compliance aligned with organizational and governmental frameworks.</li><li>Analyze financial records to identify discrepancies and prepare adjustments or correcting entries when necessary.</li><li>Support grant audits by compiling worksheets, schedules, and documentation for external auditors and grant agencies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
