Procurement Specialist

Responsibilities

• Support data-driven decision-making activities including goal setting, performance management and analytics
• Perform purchase-to-pay procurement activities
• Provide data and recommendations to support supplier selection decisions
• Develop and administer agreements and statements of work in collaboration with business and legal teams
• Conduct data gathering, spend analysis and market research
• Develop business cases using Total Cost of Ownership and Net Present Value concepts
• Identify opportunities for measurable cost savings
• Identify and implement procurement process improvements
• Build and maintain trusted business relationships across the organization
• Develop peer relationships that support knowledge sharing and work optimization
• Aid with maintenance of contract databases and special terms documentation
• Support commercial negotiations with suppliers
• Maintain on-time supplier deliveries
• Assist with Quarterly Business Reviews and supplier assessments
• Coordinate with internal departments, business units and customers regarding commercial and technical requirements
• Support large Requests for Proposal and other special procurement projects
• Participate in cross-departmental and process improvement initiatives
• Monitor market trends and benchmarking data
• Identify sourcing opportunities related to new product offerings, supplier changes and pricing shifts
• Support enforcement of Procurement Policies and Guidelines across U.S. operations
• Aid with training new employees on general procurement processes

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Operations, Supply Management or a related field
• One to three years of procurement experience
• At least one year of experience preparing RFQs and RFPs
• Experience supporting commercial proposal negotiation, follow-up and control
• SAP experience
• Knowledge of procurement methodologies
• Experience managing and measuring work
• Strong time management, prioritization and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Professional and detail-oriented approach
• Advanced spreadsheet skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and in team environments