Area Procurement Specialist

About The Role The Procurement Specialist role will be based out of Avon, OH, can work remotely, and support multiple Reworld sites within the NY/PA/OH area. The Procurement role in our facilities contributes to Reworld’s success by effectively leading, developing and executing product and services sourcing strategies for the assigned facilities. The position implements the facility procurement process such that all applicable policies, procedures and regulations are maintained. The position is responsible for the coordination of all procurement activities, ensuring that programs, initiatives, cost reduction, FPP goals, corporate social responsibility and plant/regional/corporate synergies are achieved. The position manages suppliers and internal networks to deliver best‑in‑class performance for all spend categories while consistently delivering measurable results to achieve a competitive advantage for top‑line and bottom‑line facility growth. The position collaborates effectively internally and with suppliers, develops effective negotiation strategies in conjunction with Corporate Procurement, and communicates with other Reworld procurement professionals, interfacing closely with Corporate and Regional Procurement Management. The position reports to the Regional Procurement Manager with a strong dotted line to the Facilities Management Team. What You’ll Do The Procurement Specialist is primarily responsible for managing the local/regional procurement process in accordance with established Reworld procedures and policies. This role owns all facility procurement activities from supplier qualification through performance management and will be responsible for all related supplier onboarding activities as well as assuring compliance with all governmental regulations, company policies and acceptable business practices. The specialist develops effective working relationships with Facility Operations, Engineering and Maintenance teams and acts as an advisor for all contractual rights and obligations. Specific Accountabilities Include (but Are Not Limited To) Supplier qualification and relationship management Request for Proposal (RFP), bid receipt, market comparisons, evaluation and analysis and clarifications. Identify global sourcing opportunities based on the maintenance plan and ensure that the project timeline is in line with the facility installation schedule. Coordinating and participating in bid conferences/walk‑downs. Finalization activities (negotiations, awarding of contracts, follow‑up, management, and dispute resolutions) Purchase orders, approval, placement and expediting for all the sites. Administration of cost‑reduction and supplier quality assurance programs Performance analysis and compliance oversight of suppliers/vendors to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts. Compiling data for preparing cost reporting in support of the annual budgeting process. Providing site training and instruction of all personnel for procurement systems. Management of supplier interface, strengthening the supplier data base through the use of supplier visits and technical conferences. Attending corporate and regional procurement meetings and conferences as required. Directing and coordinating the activities of facility personnel who are engaged in formulating requests for proposals for the facility. Sourcing maintenance spare parts from other Reworld facilities to maintain a corporate inventory pool at an optimum level between facilities that share common spare parts. Collaborating with storekeepers and procurement associates to identify savings opportunities. Ensuring that company policies and procedures are implemented and followed by buyers, storekeepers, and procurement associates. Managing the P‑card spend and reconciling weekly. Scheduling weekly meetings with the staff, monthly open PO review with the site, and matching exemption reports with AP. What You’ll Bring Education: A bachelor’s degree is required; preferably Supply Chain, Finance, or a technical discipline. MBA, CPSM, and PMP certification are highly desired, but not required. Experience: 5‑7+ years of procurement and supply‑management experience is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comfort in working between office and highly industrial environments (heat, odor, etc.) High level of safety awareness and championship Strength in developing respectful partnerships with both key stakeholders and suppliers Demonstrated negotiation skills with an ability to make decisions based on data and trends. Understanding of regional labor markets related to labor subcontracting and contract services a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP (or SAP); project‑based planning tools such as MS Project are strongly preferred. Ability to develop and report key performance indicators (KPIs) as well as site‑level processes where needed. Understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling, contracts, and change management. Strength in communicating crucial information to a variety of audiences with differing levels of expertise. Ability to conduct facility tours and walk‑downs on a regular basis. Travel approximately 20% on a semi‑regular basis (may include overnight travel). In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional details are available at All Reworld positions require a candidate’s ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld’s values, including contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. Pay Transparency Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably and strives to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on the primary posting location. The pay range for the primary location is $79,300.00 – $105,600.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080. Our DEI Commitment Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an affirmative action program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Reworld Waste