Procurement Specialist

Roles & Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately and timely.
• Cook up coordination with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.
• Monitor inventory levels and support demand planning activities.
• Analyze supplier performance metrics and recommend improvements.
• Aid in negotiating pricing, contracts, and service agreements.
• Resolve procurement-related issues including delivery delays and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, and supply chain.
• Prepare procurement reports and track key performance indicators.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
• Support supplier audits and qualification activities when required.

Requirements

• 36+ years of experience in Procurement or Purchasing.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is preferred.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain and procurement best practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPSM or APICS certification is preferred but optional.