Supply Chain management / Buyer / Procurement

Supply Management SpecialistLocation: Fargo, ND, 58102 Duration: 24 Months on W2 contractRequirementsBuild and maintain strong relationships with assigned suppliers to monitor and improve quality and delivery performanceSupport multi-functional procurement teams responsible for commodity management activities in Quality, Delivery, and CostSupport the negotiation of supply agreements as neededIndependently analyze supply chain data using established tools and formats to support decision-making and continuous improvementLead initiatives to resolve chronic supplier issuesDevelop and monitor supplier and part inventory plans to mitigate supplier risk while maintaining goal level assetsWhat Skills You Need2 or more years of experience in Materials Management or relevant work experience in Supply Management, Material Flow, or Production Planning2 or more years of demonstrated experience in interpersonal communications, negotiation, and conflict resolution2 or more years of experience in the ability to manage responsibilities simultaneously and shift priorities as needed in situations with high stress, impact, or criticality, while demonstrating skills of organization and prioritizationWhat Makes You Stand OutExperience leading teams from within, leading without authority and owning team level initiatives/projectsProven experience working proactively in a self-guided environment with the ability to seek out additional responsibilityDemonstrated results in business and process improvement through data analysisOwning international relationships with high levels of commodity complexity and spend