Summary: The Procurement Specialist manages and executes operational procurement activities in support of the buying requirements of category or Business Unit. Adheres to strategic supply chain category strategies, targets and schedules in order to achieve goals and objectives for cost management, inventory management, supplier management including supplier diversity and process improvement. Manages Business Unit partnerships to deliver excellent customer service. Executes Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process in an efficient and cost effective manner while supporting continuous process improvement and customer satisfaction. Minimum Requirements: A four-year Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or other job-related discipline from an accredited college or university plus two (2) years experience in materials or services positions. In lieu of bachelor's degree, six (6) years of significant, closely related materials/services/supply chain experience required. Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications: * Exposure to strategic supply chain management. * Experience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems. * Strong analytical, verbal and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. |