Procurement Specialist
About The Role Implement Procurement strategies under the leadership of the Procurement Manager and in close cooperation with Category Managers and Business leaders at the Ada Cement Plant. Coordinate the operational and tactical procurement of local goods and services, including: contract implementation,category strategy execution, and communicating supplier performance through the procurement team. Coordinate local supplier procurement efforts in assigned product lines or geographical area.
What You'll Accomplish
- Maintain close business relationships with local management to anticipate procurement needs and take appropriate action to ensure optimized cost of goods and services.
- Identify local saving opportunities in conjunction with operations.
- Ensure global & local policies and procedures are conveyed to end users in the Procurement of goods and services.
- Carry on RFx process according to procurement policies.
- Measure performance through KPI's according to existing templates.
- Support local businesses with goods and services agreements for main plant operations equipment and parts.
- Ensure locally generated savings are reported as required, and according to category guidelines.
- Track achieved results.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
What We're Looking For Education: Bachelor's degree
Field of Study Preferred: Business or Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Work Experience
- 5 years in procurement role (category management, sourcing, operations) with exposure to supply chain management, strategic sourcing and optimal procurement processes and standards, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated performance in working within cross-functional teams, with requisite drive and energy.
- Ability to write procurement contracts
- Ability to understand the technical aspects ofAmrize's product lines from a procurement perspective.
- SAP experience is preferred.
- Excellent computer skills.
Additional Requirements
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Dress for your day
Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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