Procurement Consultant
AVA Consulting
Procurement Consultant
Our client, a major employer in the area, is looking for a Procurement Consultant to be part of its team in its North American operations.
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Client. As one of the world's most admired brands, Client is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us
Client North America's Indirect Procurement Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated procurement analyst. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the creation and execution of category procurement strategies including but not limited to facilities management. Reporting to the Indirect Procurement Sourcing Manager and in support of Client's Future of Mobility, the person in this role will support the IPSS (Indirect Procurement Shared Services) department objective to provide innovative, stable and flexible solutions with industry-leading practices with an eye on reducing costs and mitigating risks.
What You'll Be Doing
- Facilitating multi-year sourcing strategies for responsible spend categories.
- Designing, planning, managing, and leading key Requests for Proposal, information, quote, etc. with cross-functional teams.
- Supporting the development and execution of contractual documents including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, SaaS Agreements, Software License Agreements, and other contracts as necessary to support Procurement and business needs.
- Collaborate closely with key business stakeholders and supplier partners to understand current conditions, identify and prioritize improvement opportunities, and deliver enhancements to improve quality and productivity.
- Provide detailed documentation of how the applications/projects will support business requirements.
- Identify innovative options to achieve business benefits
- Effectively diagnose issues and identify the root cause and countermeasures.
- Negotiate pricing and achieve cost savings while mitigating financial and legal risks for the enterprise.
- Effectively manage all sourcing and price negotiation activities and in-coming ad hoc business unit requests that may result in a contract or purchase order.
- In Ariba PTP System, review and analyze business requests to issue purchase orders to suppliers.
Requirements
Qualifications/ What You Bring (Must Haves) – Highlight Top 3-5 Skills
- Exceptional analytic, organization, presentation and interpersonal skills with applied solid judgement and strategic thinking.
- Ability to work independently and successfully manage several projects and/or tasks of varying complexities simultaneously while balancing the workload, constraints and deliverables.
- Strong collaboration, communication (written and verbal) and influencing skills.
- Experience gathering business, functional/technical requirements, and implementing relevant solutions.
- Experience with, but not limited to, procurement of facility management services, software and related technology services.
- Demonstrated success influencing key stakeholders on strategic direction based on recommendations backed by in-depth analysis.
- Demonstrated experience investigating root causes for production critical incidents, and implementation of countermeasures
- Experience with troubleshooting complex integrated applications/processes.
- Proven experience providing technical leadership and guidance to team members and project peers.
- Experience with Ariba PTP System
Added Bonus If You Have (Preferred):
- 5 or more years' experience in Indirect Sourcing
- Contract drafting and negotiation experience.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
- Ability to work with large, distributed teams with diverse competencies, skills, and ability to work in fast-paced/high-pressure culture.
- Automotive industry experience
- Analytical skills to build business solutions to best support business vision and strategy.
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Procurement Consultant in Plano, TX vacancy
- ...Dallas-Fort Worth is looking for an experienced individual to join our talented group as a Purchasing Agent. Position Highlights Timely procure materials and labor at the appropriate quality and quantity, with reasonable/low prices, while fostering healthy relationships with...SuggestedContract workFor contractorsFor subcontractorH1bWork at officeLocal areaWork from homeVisa sponsorship
Tri Pointe Homes Holdings, Inc.
Plano, TX2 days ago - ...intelligent buildings. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with production, engineering, and factory operations teams to understand procurement requirements and technical specifications. Partner with pre-approved suppliers identified by engineering and operations to analyze...SuggestedWork at officeLocal area
Delta Electronics (Americas)
Plano, TX4 days ago - ...Celestica is looking for a Buyer Sourcing in Richardson, TX. The incumbent will procure goods and services essential for business operations, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with corporate policies. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 2-...Suggested
Celestica
Richardson, TX4 days ago - Buyer I Position: Buyer I Duration: 6-12 Months Contract Location: Allen, TX 75002 (Hybrid) Key Responsibilities Forecast and plan service parts via MRP system Maintain accurate materials and parts master data Analyze inventory levels, usage, lead-times, and demand Daily...SuggestedContract work
Ageatia Global Solutions
Allen, TX2 days ago - ...of their facilities regardless of physical location or local resources available at that site. We are seeking a Buyer to manage procurement, tracking, and expediting of materials within budget and project timelines for Data Center environments. This position is located...SuggestedLocal area
E Tech Group
Plano, TX3 days ago - ...The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials to support production, inventory, and customer demand. This role ensures product availability while balancing cost, quality, and service level objectives across AdvoCare and A93 operations. This role collaborates...Work at office
AdvoCare
Richardson, TX5 days ago - ...Southern Land Company, a national real estate development and construction firm, is seeking a full‑time Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment Procurement Coordinator to join our dynamic team. The position will assist the interior design team and manager of the interior design...Full timeFor contractorsWork at office
Golfwesthaven
Plano, TX4 days ago - ...with key suppliers, customers and internal service. Detailed Description: Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following: Procure goods and services in support of the business operations. Acts as the communication link between internal customers, suppliers and...Work at officeNight shift
Celestica
Richardson, TX5 days ago - Job Title Buyer Job Description At Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc., our purpose is to inspire a more colorful, confident, and welcoming world. We are the leader in professional hair color, selling and distributing professional beauty supplies across 11 countries through...Work at officeFlexible hours
SBH Health System
Plano, TX4 days ago $63k - $83k
...line supporting a wide spectrum of markets from commercial products, military customers, to space research laboratories. The Procurement Specialist will carry out broad assignments involving the purchase of items requiring knowledge and experience, usually involving...Full timeContract workFlexible hoursOSI Systems
Richardson, TX2 days ago- Buyer I Position: Buyer I Duration: 6-12 Months Contract Location: Allen, TX 75002 (Hybrid) Key Responsibilities Forecast and plan service parts via MRP system Maintain accurate materials and parts master data Analyze inventory levels, usage, lead...Contract work
Ageatia Global Solutions
Parker, TX4 days ago - Sally Beauty Holdings is seeking a Buyer based in Plano, Texas, to drive profitable sales and manage vendor partnerships effectively. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of category management experience and a proven track record in driving category growth...
Sally Beauty
Plano, TX19 hours ago - A logistics services provider in Frisco, Texas, is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to enhance client service and optimize processes. The role involves forecasting demand, managing supplier relationships, and improving service scope. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience...
$65k - $95k
...while providing outstanding customer service. Apply the principles of supply management and conduct financial analysis in support of procurement decisions through sourcing events, vendor selection and contract negotiation. Lead sourcing events and efforts involving vendors...Contract workWork at officeImmediate startWork from homeState Farm
Richardson, TX3 days ago- Job Description Fuel is one of the most vital components of the Army National Guard. It's what keeps Soldiers pushing onward, and as a Petroleum Supply Specialist, you'll make sure they'll never run out. In this position, you will ensure the proper handling, storage...Part timeApprenticeshipWeekend work
National Guard OMD
Richardson, TX2 days ago $86.8k - $165.2k
...Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. The following position is to join the Enterprise Services Procurement team: The Enterprise Services Procurement team is seeking a strong Procurement Professional to manage medium and high complexity...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workWorldwideFlexible hoursRaytheon Technologies
Richardson, TX3 days ago- A leading technology firm in Richardson, Texas seeks a Buyer Sourcing to manage procurement of goods and services. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include acting as a communication...
- ...Level: Level 07 Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect Detailed Description Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following: Procures goods and services in support of the business operations. Acts as the communication link between internal customers, suppliers...Work at officeNight shift
$55k - $70k
Recruitment Manager at Tata Consultancy Services Key Responsibilities Validate order details for completeness and accuracy - product, speed, MRC, Service address, Request notes Confirm compliance with eligibility criteria for the requested waiver Perform financial analysis...Full time- Overview Position Purpose: The Purchasing Agent must believe in, practice and initiate all Green Brick Partners values set forth in an acronym we call HOME. They must be H onest, O bjective, M ature and E fficient in how he or she approaches their role at Green Brick Partners...Contract workWork at office
- We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to manage sourcing, purchasing, and supply coordination activities for a U.S.-based solar manufacturing operation. This role is built around two equally critical functions: raw material procurement...
- Hybrid, required to work from Office at least one day every week Title: Procurement Specialist Duration: 12+ Months with possible extensions Hybrid role 4 days remote and 1 day onsite (Mon Wed Thur and Fri is WFH and on Tuesday Onsite) Qualifications Exceptional analytic...Contract workWork at officeRemote workWork from home1 day per week
- Tri Pointe Homes Holdings, Inc. is looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent in Plano, Texas. This role involves negotiating contracts, preparing bid packages, analyzing vendor performance, and collaborating across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in purchasing ...
- D. R. Horton, the largest homebuilder in the U.S., is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Richardson, Texas. The role involves bidding on new projects, maintaining scopes of work, and tracking design changes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of ...
- Overview The Purchasing Coordinator must believe in, practice and initiate all Green Brick Partners values set forth in an acronym we call HOME. They must be H onest, O bjective, M ature and E fficient in how he or she approaches their role at Green Brick Partners. Responsible...Work at office
- Job Description - Purchasing Agent - DFW Central (2602649) D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed...Full timeFor subcontractorWork at office
- Green Brick Partners, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to manage pricing agreements, purchase orders, and vendor relations. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and preferably one year of experience in purchasing. Successful applicants will display attention...
- Celestica Inc. is seeking a Buyer Sourcing in Richardson, Texas. The successful candidate will procure goods and services critical to business operations, acting as the main communication link with suppliers and internal customers. This role requires a Bachelor's degree...
- Buyer Position Our Company & Culture: Hi there! Do you love fashion, clothing, and shopping? Do you like the idea of sustainable and recycled styles? Kid to Kid is not your typical thrift store. We serve the community by paying cash for gently used kids' things and ...
- ...compare vs contracts. Compare internal systems vs contract rates. Must Haves: ~ Mastery of English ~ Basic understanding of procurement processes ~ Developed analytical and technical aptitude ~ Demonstrated ability to multi-task and successfully set priorities...Contract workWork at officeWork from home2 days per week3 days per week
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Procurement Consultant. Be the first to apply!
Related searches