Procurement Specialist

Company: gpac
Location: Visalia
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionLEVEL I

• Executes the sourcing process for assigned areas
• Receive, generate and/or process supplier quotes, statements of work, purchase orders (POs), addendums and all documentation relevant to procurement; distribute to management and/or applicable corporate departments as needed for review, approval, and storage.
• Requests Return material Authorizations (RMA's).
• Tracks and communicates the status of purchases with internal customers to ensure products are received in a timely manner.
• Develops and maintains relationships with business units and suppliers with annual spend less than $1M
• Drives down the total cost of ownership, and assists in managing the external spend
• Participates in sourcing data analysis, forecasting and planning
• Conducts business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for corporate guidelines, legal and environmental regulations
• Supports on developing procurement SOP's
• Evaluates existing supplier base and evaluates new qualified vendors.
• Monitors material consumption and communicates with internal stakeholders for material needs as forecast optional purchasing requirements.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assignedLEVEL II
    • Able to perform the Level I duties with no oversight
    • Develops and maintains relationships with business units and suppliers with $1M - $3M spend annually
    • Conducts simple negotiations with minimal to no oversight
    • Participates on new sourcing project teams
    • Communicates sourcing strategy, progress, and results to supervision and management
    • Researches and develops new sources of supply
    • Supports in re-engineering as new material evaluation
    • Focuses on sourcing innovative solutions as sustainable friendly materials.
    • Works in conjunction with Level III or Purchasing manager to evaluate Commodity RFPsLEVEL III
      • Able to perform the Level I & Level II duties with minimal oversight
      • Develops and maintains relationships with business units and suppliers with over $3M annual spend
        • Leads sourcing project teams
        • Recommends sourcing strategy supervision and management
        • Conducts industry analysis and evaluates supplier performance (Supplier scorecards)
          • Analysis of supplier programs and company's participation
          • Market analysis to identify trends that will impact the business and its goals
          • Participates in sourcing data analysis, forecasting and planning
          • Contributes to vendor scorecard evaluation
          • Leads RFIs as RFPs to identify key vendors and materials for the business Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals.Problem Solving -Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions.Relationship Building- Builds constructive workings relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objects.Attention to Detail - Checks work to ensure accuracy and completeness. Performs tasks with care; is thorough. Makes few if any errors.Teamwork- Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objects.Change Management- Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.Accountability & Dependability - Balances quality of work with meeting deadlines. Makes the best use of available time and resources. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
            
            GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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