Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. May require a bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Support staff must be intellectually mature, articulate, and able to deal effectively with process management as well as MOS management internally and coordinating with key sourcing stakeholders. Should have excellent written and presentation skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple activities simultaneously.

Support the commodity teams by assisting in the following tasks to allow commodity teams to drive eAuction success:

Compile and schedule SRA0

Ensure export compliance

Send out RFQs to suppliers

Respond to supplier questions

Update CTT schedule

Create/Update Ariba eAuction project

Create/Update Ariba Contract Workspace

Negotiate T&Cs prior to auction

Compile and schedule SRA1s as needed

Compile folders for compliance package

Follow up calls to suppliers to ensure timely response to RFQ and signature dates

Follow up calls to ensure supplier participation in the auction

Works with cross functional teams to ensure eAuction project objectives and timelines are met

Change Agent: Effectively support integration of new and existing processes into Strategic Sourcing MOS and cross-functionally as required.

Basic Qualifications:

Read, Write and Speak in English

U.S Citizen

Additional Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, IT, or related field preferred

1+ years of experience in sourcing, planning, or related field in the supply chain preferred

Experience working in large, complex multi-national firms preferred.

Demonstrated experience with Ariba preferred

Demonstrated experience working with external suppliers preferred

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Ability to deal with all levels of personnel, both internally and externally

Ability to effectively influence stakeholders within and outside the sourcing organization

Advanced level expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word.)

Experience with SAP desired

Qualifications:

Read, Write and Speak in English

U.S Citizen

Additional Information:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.