Procurement Analyst

Principal Responsibilities:

Support/govern the Company’s procurement & contracting activities by reviewing contracts.

Create and manage purchase orders for materials and services

Administer the RFX process (RFI, RFP and RFQ).

Negotiate cost effective agreements with key suppliers based on our core values of procurement (safety/quality/cost/delivery/morale).

Establish and manage relationships with all key internal and external stakeholders

Coordinate internal resources and suppliers/third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects ensuring they are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.

Use appropriate verification techniques (portfolio analyses, market/competitive data) to manage contractual obligations.

Report and escalate to management as needed.

Ensure commercial, legal, contractual and policy compliance in all procurement transactions.

Knowledge/Administration of sourcing tools & processes.

Qualifications

Skills:    

Deep knowledge of procurement processes and policies

Demonstrated supplier management and negotiation skills. Ability to identify both required & desired outcomes from a meeting or situation, and be comfortable entering into difficult discussions/situations with suppliers or stakeholders.

Knowledge of contractual law highly desirable.

Experience modifying contractual documents, including but not limited too, terms and conditions

Ability to analyze Bills of Material (BOM), drawings, scope or Statements of Work (SOW) to understand key requirements

Show tenacity & initiative. 

Demonstrated ability to comfortably and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrated ability to easily interface with others, build and lead teams and drive cost and process improvement.

Analytical Skills – demonstrated ability to relate & compare, securing relevant information and identifying key issues. This includes seeking and organizing information, and conducting relevant data analysis.

Financial & qualitative acumen – demonstrated understanding of the use, interpretation and impact of key quantitative and financial measures.

Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking

Ability to delegate, keep composure, persevere in adverse situations and contribute to team building.

Process mindset; capable of developing standard work & training materials for internal & external stakeholders.

Experience working in confidential environments

Ability to prioritize and work under tight time constraints.

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certification highly desirable.

Software Proficiency: SAP, Ariba, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Education:          

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, or related degree.

4+ years in a procurement role with a track record of success in increasingly complex responsibilities.

1+ years of experience managing complex contracts

Additional Information

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