Procurement Specialist

Procurement SpecialistThe 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 supply scopes, company policies and acceptable business practices. The Specialist develops effective working relationships with Facility Operations, Engineering and Maintenance teams and acts as advisor for all contractual rights and obligations.Specific accountabilities include (but are not limited to):Supplier qualification and relationship managementRequest for Proposal (RFP), bid receipt, market comparisons, evaluation and analysis, and negotiationsCoordination and participation in bid review conferences/walk downsFinalization activities (negotiations, awarding of contracts, follow-up, dispute resolutions)Purchase order placement and expeditingLeading total cost reduction initiatives. Support supplier quality assurance programsSupplier performance analysis, and contract compliance oversight, to determine necessity for amendments or contracts extensionsCompilation of data for preparing cost reporting in support of the annual budgeting processProviding training and instruction to internal clients on Procurement systemsManagement of supplier interface, strengthening the supplier base through supplier visits and technical conferencesAttendance of Corporate and regional Procurement meetings and conferences as requiredLeading and/or facilitating the activities of facility personnel (End Users) who are engaged in formulating scope of supplySourcing of maintenance spare parts from other Reworld facilities to maintain the corporate inventory pool to an optimum level between facilities who share common spare partsEducation:A Bachelor's Degree is highly preferred; preferably Supply Chain, Finance, or technical discipline.ISM and/or APICS certification is highly desired but not required.Experience:5+ years of relevant procurement and supply management experience is requiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of procurement contracting legal aspects and procurement contracts. Risk management, warranty, and liabilityComfort in working between office and highly industrial environments (heat, odor, etc.)High level of safety awareness and championshipStrength in developing respectful partnerships with both key stakeholders as well as suppliersDemonstrated negotiation skills with an ability to make decisions based on data and trendsAn ability to develop and report key performance indicators (KPIs)An understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, contracts, and change management. Understand the difference between lump-sum and Time & Materials contractingAbility and willingness to travel up to 25% to Reworld facilities throughout the South Region, based on business needs.Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance.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, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.