What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at JB Harris Group?
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing inventory of equipment, materials, and services necessary for business operations. This role involves negotiating contracts, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring that procurement activities align with company goals, budget constraints, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in supply chain management or procurement within the transportation, construction, or manufacturing sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sourcing & Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure the best quality, pricing, and delivery terms.
- Negotiation & Contracting: Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements to achieve cost savings and maintain service quality.
- Purchase Order Management: Process purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure timely fulfillment of procurement needs.
- Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, assess stock needs, and coordinate restocking to prevent shortages or overages.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Budget & Cost Analysis: Work closely with finance and operations teams to develop procurement budgets and optimize cost efficiency.
- Supplier Performance Evaluation: Monitor supplier performance based on quality, reliability, and compliance with agreed-upon terms.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes, enhance efficiencies, and implement best practices.
- Collaboration & Reporting: Work with internal teams to understand procurement needs and generate reports on purchasing trends, cost savings, and supplier performance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of [X] years of procurement, supply chain, or purchasing experience, preferably in [industry].
- Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding of procurement best practices, cost analysis, and contract management.
- Ability to analyze data, manage budgets, and make informed purchasing decisions.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Experience working with transportation, heavy equipment, or industrial suppliers is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, CPP).
- Experience in logistics, fleet management, or industrial procurement.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local procurement regulations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
JB Harris Transport, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.
