Position Purpose: To be successful in this position, experience with procurement and the ability to interpret, review and negotiate contracts. Communication skills, oral & written, is absolutely required, as well as the ability to foster strong relationships coupled with excellent customer service skills. A strong commitment to deliver results, managing deadlines, attention to details, customer service focus, and the willingness/enthusiasm for accepting responsibility and accountability are required.

 

Key Job Activities: 

Manage the entire procurement process for assigned categories, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract management, and order fulfillment Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers Responsible for working with procurement business partners leadership to align category management vision with procurement priorities Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and specifications for procurement needs Analyze procurement data to identify trends, track savings, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) Source intelligence to create category deep dives and strategic recommendations  Consistently deliver a balance of analytical rigor and storytelling in every single output and communication, always being prepared to convey insights and influence with a strong point of view Ensure the procurement process and policies are applied. Partner with the business stakeholders to identify and coordinate purchases.  Initiate and complete transactions in systems such as ServiceNow and Coupa. Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.  Advise the business / function on procurement policies, processes and best practice, providing support as required. Administer procurement systems and perform spend analytics as required. Communicate information to manager, team members, project managers, and suppliers by telephone, in written form, or e-mail. Manage the procurement lifecycle (RFI/P/Q, Renewal Process) for the specific business unit or sourcing category.

Qualifications:

In-depth procurement category knowledge (IT, Marketing, or Corporate Services)  Experience with Procure-to-Pay system a must. Coupa preferred. Min. 7 years purchasing experience, including interaction with purchasing and contract systems   Professional certifications preferred e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M.  Strong sense of ownership and responsibility  Excellent MS Office application (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook) and reporting skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Highly analytical Ability to quickly learn and assimilate business and technical knowledge Strong problem-solving skills and ability to act independently Ability to foster strong relationships with colleagues/customers Ability to manage deadlines and service levels in a transactional environment Strong attention to details Ability to manage a complex workload  Bachelor's degree required