The Procurement Specialist provides data and systems update support to the spend categories in their assigned area(s) of expertise. This position typically reports to a Procurement Representative within the Compliance, Systems and Process organization.
The strong performer can expect further career advancement and will have the opportunity to move into other procurement and supply chain leadership roles within the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a stable growing company!
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage master data related to assigned purchased goods and services and execute department procedures and develop ways to automate transaction activity
- Obtains data from external and/or internal sources/analyzes data for completeness and accuracy
- Manages all pricing for assigned purchased goods and services and analyzes all blocked invoices for cause and resolution.
- Takes appropriate action to correct errors and implement changes in processes to stop errors from occurring
- Places purchase orders for assigned purchased goods and services
- Data entry into a database or ERP system. May be required to handle confidential data relating to suppliers or business operations
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or related field
- Immigration Sponsorship is not offered for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
- Systems aptitude, including, but not limited to Excel, Access, PowerPoint and ERP systems (SAP)
- Capability to gather and analyze data
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Able to build strong relationships with internal associates and external suppliers
- Effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
- Work within a process and recommend solutions to rectify inefficiencies
- Understands the procurement business process
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Required Skills:
- Excel
- Analytical skillset
- Works well on Teams
- Can handle large amounts of data in various spreadsheets
Preferred Skills:
- Systems aptitude, including, but not limited to Excel, Access, PowerPoint and ERP systems (SAP)
- Capability to gather and analyze data
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
- Work within a process and recommend solutions to rectify inefficiencies
Education/Experience Requirement: