What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Analyst position at Nesco Resource?
About the Company: Our client has an immediate need for a Procurement Specialist/Analyst as they build out their team. The ideal candidates will have the ability to work independently with a keen sense of urgency, and outstanding problem-solving skills. The individual will have strong data analytic skills, the ability to perform research to identify savings opportunities, ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to our internal and external stakeholders/suppliers.
The successful candidate will provide operational procurement support through PO execution, compliance to contract management, vendor selection and procurement activities for specific areas (Direct, Indirect, Admin, CapEx, etc.).
The Procurement Specialist serves as a liaison between the Procurement organization, vendors, project teams, engineering, and stakeholders to ensure timely and complete project / equipment /component / materials / services deliveries to support successful execution of projects and meeting quality, budget and schedule requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Work with key procurement software and systems (ex: Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards).
- Ensure responsible procurement practices are being met and comply with company objectives.
- Create Purchase orders, calculate all order costs and evaluate invoices for accuracy. Keep track of all goods and services ordered.
- Prepare and update reports, records, and pricing.
- Build relationships with internal teams to ensure appropriate involvement of the purchasing function at the earliest stage of the process to define the best procurement strategies in order to reduce cost and ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
- Supports development and implementation of RFQ process, negotiations, contract development and administration.
- Supports the development of new/alternate sources of supply and suppliers' performance.
- Participate in interactions between project teams, vendors, purchasing organization, extended support functions and senior leadership to support procurement and new supplier set needs while optimizing cost, cash flow, quality, and service.
- Oversee delivery of services, equipment, and materials to the affected sites, including monitoring of compliance with terms and conditions as well as conformity of deliveries to ensure timely and complete deliveries.
- Ensure compliance of contracting and procurement operations with all company policies and procedures.
- Support organizational alignment with sourcing strategies.
Required Skills:
- Strong computer skills (Excel, MS word, Oracle ERP knowledge, Power BI, email).
- Ability to hold suppliers accountable to KPI.
- Thorough understanding of the invoice payment process to include Credit Memos, Debit Memos, and Statement of Accounts.
Required Education:
- Undergraduate degree preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management, related Operations discipline, Logistics or Engineering.
- Pursuing or completed an associate degree in business or supply chain management (bachelor's degree a plus).
Preferred Experience:
- Experience with ERP & Oracle Financial systems, Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Strong MS Office skills particularly in Excel.
- 5 years of experience in a purchasing function in heavy manufacturing & multi-tasking environment.
Salary : $32 - $36
