Procurement Category Specialist
Conshohocken, PA, United States
Job Description
The Procurement Category Specialist is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, services and equipment to support the overall operational efficiency of our global supply chain team. This person must be able to handle multiple tasks at a time while being able to effectively collaborate with all different departments such as finance, sales, marketing, R&D, and supply chain. In addition, this person will interact with all levels of the business from associates to the President of the company. This role is key in supporting the overall initiatives and goals for the global supply chain team.
Responsible for the development, implementation, management and performance of sourcing strategies for Indirect & CapEx while having the ability to assist with Direct (as needed), to meet business goals and objectives
Manages the assessment, selection and development of strategic suppliers to meet cost and performance goals
Managing supplier relationships, performing root cause analysis and resolutions, developing and monitoring supplier improvement plans
Establishes a strong network and fosters collaboration with customers, suppliers, key stakeholders and team members
Research and benchmark current commodity market conditions/trends, developing technologies, supply chain capacity/capability, product knowledge, customer requirements and supply/demand challenges
Responsible for the procurement of contracts including the management of cost, schedule and performance parameters. Developing contract specifications, work statements and terms and conditions.
Develops bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, analyses, and evaluates proposals, negotiate subcontract provisions, selects, or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and manages resulting subcontracts.
Maintains vendor performance (direct and indirect) and reports metrics to Global Procurement Manager
Educate company employees on Procurement policies and procedures while providing periodic training
Connecting with plant personnel to discuss and offer problem solving techniques to overall performance from an operational and cost perspective
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business Administration. MBA is a plus.
5 years proven procurement experience ideally in the chemical industry
APICS or ISO Certified is a plus
Excel functions such as VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP and pivot tables
Negotiation skills
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Gateway Search Associates is an elite search firm specializing in the permanent placement of Accounting and Financial professionals. For over twenty-five years, we have been bringing talented individuals together with the best companies, CPA firms and organizations. We place financial professionals at all levels from Staff Accountants to Senior Vice Presidents.
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