What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at KYOCERA External?
Company Overview
With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech Ceramics which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!
Look at these PERKS!
Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
- 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
- 10 Paid Holidays per year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) company match
- Pension
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible schedules
- Tuition reimbursement
Procurement Specialist (PB5342)
Exempt: Yes
Pay Range $76,058.97- $110,130.56 (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)
Safety Sensitive: No
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the procurement of materials, services, and supplies and is required hands-on/flexible support for keep production line running. Purchases complex/large impact materials, equipment, supplies, and services, at the most economical cost, and for delivery at the time and location specified in the purchase requisition. Expedites the orders by suppliers to meet production needs. Locates and evaluates suppliers, forecasts and reports procurement trends, negotiates, and administrates contracts. Participates in establishing strategies for assurance of supply and for significant cost reductions.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in related field AND 2-3 years of buying experience; OR, 5 years of buying experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
APICS CSCP or ISM CPSM certification preferred.
Travel may be up to 10% in this job.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and negotiating skills required.
Ability to resolve invoice discrepancy, prevent delay payment by working with supplier and internal customers.
Deep knowledge to 2 or 3 commodities, i.e. raw materials, custom made metal components, capital equipment, chemical, tooling and contract services.
Understanding of market situation and purchasing environment and make effective purchasing strategy for stable supply and cost reduction.
Has sufficient experience and capability for the CSR and the regulatory compliance.
Must be computer literate with MS. SAP experience is preferred.
Ability to make quick decisions and take proactive/flexible actions in order to resolve problems.
Attention to detail is critical to success in this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- RFQ, Place PO by using SAP, price/delivery negotiation with suppliers.
- Communicate with internal customers to support them appropriately by understanding their needs/requirement.
- Negotiate suppliers with best terms (price, delivery, and payment terms).
- Manage supplier’s delivery performance by utilizing Backlog and OTD report.
- Resolve invoice discrepancy, prevent delay payment by working with supplier, accounting department and internal customers.
- Develop and maintain Supplier relationship, contract administration, quoting process, PO follow through, and supply chain.
- Ensure procurement process, suppliers and supply chain are compliant with laws, regulations, and CSR requirements.
- Be a leader of projects to optimize procurement process.
- Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.
- Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments. Knows the Procurement to Payment process very well.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk; and occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Salary : $76,059 - $110,131
