Specialist - Procurement 4A
Core
Conduct market research, negotiate supplier contracts, and manage supplier performance to optimize sourcing strategies.
Role type
Specialist, strategic sourcing and supplier management
Builds
Supplier databases, sourcing strategies, and optimized procurement outcomes
Domain
Supply Chain Management / Procurement
Required skills
Category Management, Contract Management, Cost Management, Data Visualization, Demand Forecasting, Insight Generation, Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain Planning (SCP)
Preferred skills
Tableau Prep, SAP ERP Central Component (SAP ECC), Oracle Supply Chain Management Cloud
Responsibilities
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and maintain an up-to-date supplier database; Support negotiations of pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to achieve competitive rates; Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand sourcing requirements and assist in developing effective sourcing strategies; Monitor supplier performance, addressing issues or discrepancies to ensure quality and timely delivery; Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and emerging sourcing opportunities to optimize procurement outcomes; Assist in maintaining records and documentation related to supplier evaluations, contracts, and sourcing activities.
Seniority
Specialist, individual contributor