Buyer / Purchasing / Logistics / Procurement

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The Supplies purchasing group provides relationship management and oversight of external suppliers. The position coordinates activities involved with the procurement of supplies that support SCI operations. It collaborates with other internal departments and field locations for the planning and sourcing of products and services to effectively and efficiently execute SCI's day to day operations. This position reports to the Director Procurement and is responsible for delivering relevant analysis and reports of supplies commodities and suppliers so that appropriate decisions can be made to offer the best value to internal customers.

Develop and manage relationships with national strategic indirect or direct suppliers
Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers for the purchase of supplies and services
Leverage enterprise spending to obtain best pricing and practices
Recommend sourcing options and new suppliers base on quality, service and competitive pricing
Identify and establish cost savings opportunities across supply commodities
Deliver recommendations to internal customers on supply related needs
Review indirect supply related purchase requests, coordination with internal customers to verify specifications and requirements to obtain bids and quotes, select and issue Purchase Order for approve requests
Expedite orders and field inquiries on status & tracking
Assist on resolving invoice payment issues/discrepancies
Provide monthly reporting on key suppliers and initiatives
Aid in collecting data for internal and external audits as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Experience:
~ Seven (7) years professional experience in procuring supplies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Procurement experience
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
Understanding of key financial and utilities market principles
Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to communicate with associates at all levels of the organization
Proven ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Excellent communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

Postal Code: 77019
Category (Portal Searching): Logistics
Job Location: US-TX - Houston