What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Procurement Analyst position at Comerica Bank?
The Procurement Specialist has the responsibility for managing key functions of the organization's expense management processes (e.g., invoice reconciliation, spot-buys, and card programs), working with cross-functional teams to implement process changes, and problem-solving issues to drive issue resolution, and managing key suppliers that provide products and/or services to the enterprise. Ideal candidate has experience with eProcurement tools, collaboration skills, familiarity with Procurement methodologies, Travel - Expense methodologies, on-going supplier management, pricing negotiation techniques, and continuous-improvement plans.
Position Competencies
Successful candidates will possess Action oriented, Customer Focus, Time Management, Written Communications, Peer Relationships, Self-Development, Functional/Technical Skills, Problem Solving, Technical Learning, Priority Setting, Perseverance, Peer Relationships, Customer Service, as well as strong analytical and critical thinking competencies.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams/stakeholders to capture business/technical requirements needed to support spot buy and negotiate of key commercial terms for cost savings.
- Work closely with Purchasing Manager, Sourcing, and Business Units to support electronic ordering through the eCommerce system.
- Analyze requirements and recommend proper transaction approach (e.g., Contract, PO, P-Card, Corporate Card, etc.) that enables consistent execution of the Procurement process.
- Successfully provide strong customer service to business unit stakeholders on eProcurement tools to address concerns with buying and invoicing and ensure compliance to the Travel and Expense program.
- Lead the internal card programs as the Account Manager handling updates to the overall program, ensuring compliance to the associated policies, and procedures, and resolving issues as they arise.
- Develops strong working relationships with team members and business partners to achieve desired outcomes for issues and objectives.
- Ensure organizational goals, including budget, savings, and supplier performance measures, are met.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
- 2 years of experience with Procurement concepts, processes and methodologies
- 2 years of experience with analytical and communication skills
- 2 years of experience with internal and external negotiation skills
About Comerica
We know our employees are critical to our overall success and we are dedicated to investing in their future. One of the ways we do this is to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to recognize and reward individual performance, as well support health, well-being, development and security for our colleagues and their family. Total Rewards consists of cash compensation, development and flexible benefit programs designed to meet individual needs today and in the future. Your salary will be commensurate with your work experience and our programs are reviewed regularly to ensure each remain competitive. We are proud to offer benefits such as health and welfare programs, strong retirement benefits, and generous paid time off programs. You and your eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children, can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) and pension, income protection benefits such as life insurance, AD&D, and supplemental health programs to offset unexpected health care expenses. We also have a variety of time off programs for things like vacation, sick time, disability, and parental leave. Eligibility for some programs varies based on employment status and tenure.
Upon offer, Comerica conducts a comprehensive background and fingerprint check.
NMLS certification requirement: where applicable, a favorable background check screening, credit check, fingerprint check, and NMLS certification is required in accordance with the SAFE Act.
Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and strategically aligned into three major business segments; the Commercial Bank, the Retail Bank, and Wealth Management. Comerica's colleagues focus on relationships, and helping people and businesses be successful. In addition to Texas, Comerica Bank locations can be found in Arizona, California, Florida and Michigan, with select businesses operating in several other states, as well as in Canada and Mexico.
Comerica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/individuals with disabilities, committed to workplace diversity.
