Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO - a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance and treatment services for more than 2 million people in the Denver Metro area. At Metro, we help you be your best so we can do our best. You will join a team that offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a difference. We take pride in being part of an industry-leading team who serves the community by protecting the region's health and environment. Description This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon the candidate's qualifications: Strategic Sourcing Specialist I ($61,297.60 - $85,488.00 Annually) This entry-level position supports the strategic sourcing and procurement activities of Metro Water Recovery. They are responsible for the tactical acquisition of goods and basic services. Collaborates with sourcing specialists and stakeholders to ensure Metro's purchasing needs are met and aligned with Metro's mission. Works under the general supervision of the Purchasing Operations Manager. Strategic Sourcing Specialist II ($71,489.60 - $99,736.00 Annually) This position supports the strategic sourcing and procurement activities of Metro Water Recovery. They are responsible for the strategic acquisition of goods and services, including the creation and management of contracts in alignment with Metro's purchasing strategy and Metro's mission. Works under the general supervision of the Purchasing Operations Manager. Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strategic Sourcing Specialist I Knowledge of: MS Office software and other business-related software and equipment Supply chain management Skilled at: Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with different recipients in a business environment. Problem solving Organizing and managing multiple tasks Prioritizing assigned workload Delivering customer service Ability to: Analyzing and summarizing data Work independently Follow and comply with policies and procedures Consistently apply concepts, tools, and processes to daily work Provide consistent customer service to internal and external stakeholders Learn and adopt new and additional processes and concepts apply to current workflow. Education Associate's degree or equivalent. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Strategic Sourcing Specialist II Knowledge of: General Procurement methodologies and best practices The Purchase-to-Pay process workflow MS Office software and other business-related software and equipment Skilled at: Working in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and inventory control system General market analysis and understanding of general sources of supply Analyzing and summarizing data Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing Problem solving Organizing and managing multiple tasks Prioritizing assigned workload Providing customer service to internal and external stakeholders Ability to: Work independently Identify cost savings opportunities. Follow and comply with policies and procedures Consistently apply concepts, tools, and processes to daily work Learn and adopt new and additional processes and concepts that apply to current workflow Education Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration or related field. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Working Conditions Typical Work Environment Working on a variety of floor surfaces including tile, carpet, sidewalks; Work in parking lots; Uneven Surfaces; Slippery surfaces; Wet surfaces; Lighting conditions including natural light, fluorescent, head lamps, incandescent, and overhead lighting; Inside environment; Outside environment; Vibration due to vehicle driving Body Position Demands Reaching in front; Standing; Walking; Balancing; Object handling; Typing; Simple hand grasping; Driving a vehicle; Sitting; Climbing stairs; Stooping; Kneeling; Crouching; Fine hand coordination; Firm hand grasping Physical Demands (max forces are expected to be infrequent) Max Weight Lifted: 40 lbs. Max Weight Carried: 20lbs Max Force Pushed: 3 lbs Max Force Pulled: 3 lbs Sensory Requirements Wide field of view; Perception - Spatial; Olfactory (Smelling); Vision - Near; Far, Depth perception; Color discrimination; Perception - Form; Feeling without seeing; Speaking; Hearing Benefits Metro Water Recovery offers a wide range of employee benefits including: * Medical * Dental * Vision * Life Insurance * Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance * Retirement * Leave Time (Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, & Holiday) * Additional Voluntary Benefits Read more about our organization. Metro Water Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for employment with Metro Water Recovery must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $61,298 - $99,736 Annual Bonus/Commission: No