What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing and Procurement Specialist - Oil and Gas position at Primary Services?
Advance your career with this contract-to-hire opportunity at a leading Fortune 500 company. We are seeking a highly skilled Sourcing and Procurement Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, and procurement operations. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and leveraging procurement platforms such as SAP, Coupa, and GEP to streamline purchasing processes. The successful candidate will be key in driving cost savings, ensuring supplier compliance, and enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: Lead the sourcing process, including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, to identify and onboard the best suppliers for company needs.
- Contract Negotiation & Management: Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to secure the best value while mitigating risk.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive performance, innovation, and cost efficiencies.
- Data Analysis & Cost Optimization: Conduct spend analysis, market research, and cost modeling to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Procurement Operations: Utilize procurement platforms such as SAP, Coupa, and GEP to manage purchase orders, invoicing, and supplier data.
- Risk & Compliance Management: Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and contractual obligations.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance, legal, operations, and engineering teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
- Candidate Profile: Ideal Skills & Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, finance, or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
- Proven experience with procurement tools such as SAP, GEP, Coupa, and Ariba.
- Strong knowledge of contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost reduction strategies.
- Key Skills:
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze spend data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics.
- Negotiation & Communication: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers.
- Project Management: Experience managing procurement projects, RFPs, and vendor selection processes.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify process inefficiencies and develop strategic solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills to manage contracts, compliance, and supplier agreements.
- Technology Proficiency: Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and procurement platforms (Coupa, GEP, Ariba).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) are a plus.
- Experience in global sourcing and procurement strategies.
- Familiarity with supply chain risk management and ESG procurement initiatives.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact procurement initiatives.
- Collaborative work environment with career growth opportunities.
- Exposure to cutting-edge supply chain technologies and strategies.
If you are a results-driven procurement professional looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply! Want to be notified of similar positions? Visit www.primaryservices.com/signup/ to sign up or have notifications delivered straight to your inbox!
