Procurement Specialist

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Job ID: R163967
Location: Onne, Rivers

Partner with the best

• As a Procurement Specialist you will manage the buying process for a given set of goods.
• You will apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets.

As a Procurement Specialist you will be responsible for:

• Analysing incoming demand: identifies order exceptions, misalignment with product rationalization strategy and opportunities to utilize existing inventory
• Meeting cost out deflation targets via supplier negotiations, alternate supplier development and/or shifting to Best Cost Region suppliers; develop strategic relationships with global suppliers
• Place and follow-up on POs. Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution. Manage problems and schedule changes. Update ERP.
• Ensure supplier performance stability to meet delivery, quality and inventory expectations, via lead time reductions, capacity improvements, etc.
• Driving supplier compliance to standard payment terms and reduce days to pay to meet cash goals.
• Planning and scheduling order timelines to be consistent with customer requirements while minimizing inventory and shipping costs
• Working with the Product Line/Sales/Service Delivery to prioritize deliver dates as needed (push outs, pull ins)
• Assisting in executing continuous improvement projects to maximize value.
• Keeping internal teams and management updated on production status, delays, or issues
• Providing regular reports on supplier production schedules and costs

Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college (or a High School Diploma / GED with experience in Sourcing / Materials / Supply Chain).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Member or working towards membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply/APICS
• Strong process mindset
• Strong financial and analytical skill
• Experience using Oracle, SAP or similar ERP.