2-4 years in a similar position represents an advantage;
Working knowledge of the marketplace conditions for the area of specialization including industry pricing, technology and supply/demand trends.
Good negotiation, communication and presentation skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy and working under tight time deadlines
Good command of written and spoken English and Spanish
Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office;
SAP application knowledge;
Organized and result oriented person with the ability to evaluate, prioritize and problem solve a variety of tasks to ensure their timely and accurate completion
Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy and working under tight time deadlines
Responsibilities:
Maintains local and/or regional responsibility for a specific indirect commodity or group of indirect commodities for price/value determination, sourcing, negotiations, terms & conditions and supplier relationship development, working independently.
Quotes and negotiates all indirect materials and services under the assigned commodities according to Indirect Procurement process/procedures.
Identifies opportunities in the assigned commodities for increased value proposition.
Analyze the market and recommends alternative suppliers where applicable;
Negotiate services & purchase agreements terms and conditions for the proper conduct of business;
Evaluate suppliers performance and recommend solutions for cost savings/avoidance, on time deliveries and overall quality
Supports internal customers to resolve quality, serviceability and performance related issues for products or bid activities.
Issue purchase orders in accordance with company procedures
Manage purchase orders, follows compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in these orders;
Generate reports related to the position
Receives assignments in the form of tasks and goals and follows established guidelines, procedures and policies to meet individual and department objectives
Works within established professional standards and practices