What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing & Procurement Specialist position at arvato Bertelsmann?
As a Sourcing & Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for guiding the planning and procurement of commodities and / or services that have financial impact of the company, while ensuring the best leverage of company dollars. In this role, you will use your knowledge of demand planning techniques, sourcing, and procurement of services and goods while using strong tactical and negotiation skills.
The ideal candidate will have previous Supply Chain experience as well as the ability to interact will all levels of employees, management, external and internal customers. Strong organizational and planning skills are needed in order to maintain accurate and detailed records, prioritize work, multitask and enforce personal deadlines, while maintaining flexibility to reassesses and prioritize goals. Your Tasks Participate in procurement, operations, and client meetings (provide details as requested) Report variances to the Site director Place purchase orders and combine orders when possible Participate in vendor and department calls (provide details as requested) Assist in managing vendor relationships Reporting Open order / tracking Maintain delivery dates Maintain & review pricing Review configurations in SAP & Maintain PECO consumption daily Proactive work ethic Inventory management Annual cost saving project to attain specified goals Resolve invoice issues via AP workflow in a timely manner Report issues regarding vendor product quality, dependability, and service issues Following ISO processes and procedures Provide Purchasing support for facility Handle expedite requests, monitor to insure no shortages & that materials are not below minimum safety stock Other tasks as assigned
Your Profile Excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to interact with all levels of employees, management, external and internal customers Organizational and planning skills, including ability to : prioritize work, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set personal goals and enforce personal deadlines, while maintaining flexibility to reassess and prioritize goals Analytical, reasoning and problem solving skills Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records Computer literacy High School Diploma with 2 years experience in procurement preferred but not required. Possess strong organizational interpersonal skills. Experience working with Excel, Word, Power Point, SAP and Outlook.
- Ability to Commute or Relocate / Location Address : Pleasant Prairie, WI
We offer
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
Employee Assistance Program.
Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
Commuter benefits.
Employee engagement activities.
EOE Protected Veterans / Disability
