Procurement Specialist

Stellantis Financial Services (SFS) is the new captive finance company for one of the world's leading automakers and a mobility provider with iconic brands including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys.

Our exciting growth provides opportunities to advance your career as we successfully lead products and services from a small to midsize company in just a few years. Join our world class team and culture and contribute to our core mission which is enhancing our customer's experience.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to join our growing organization and help manage Stellantis Financial Services, US procurement needs. The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for researching new vendors, building vendor relationships, preparing proposals, issuing purchase orders and negotiating agreements with vendors. The Procurement Specialist will play a partnering role with internal leaders to understand the needs of our organization and ensure Stellantis Financial Services, US goals are achieved in a timely manner.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and request quotes for products and services.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
• Assist with vendor contract negotiations.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns.
• Analyze industry and demand trends.
• Support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Research and identify prospective vendors and resolve any current vendor issues.
• Evaluate products and services according to key business criteria.
• Reconcile accounts payable invoices with purchase orders, agreements and contracts.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement department.
• Enter data into procurement and contract system.
• Act as liaison between internal customers, project teams
• Prepares ad hoc and other reports as directed by management.
• Acts as liaison between vendors and company to resolve contractual and operational issues.
• Assists with special projects and training of other associates.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications and Competencies Required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Experience

• 1 year minimum of related procurement, accounting, or finance experience.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s or four (4) year college degree in Business, Finance, Sourcing, or Accounting.
  
  

Skills Required

• Proficient with using Microsoft Office Suite applications, such as Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Exhibit strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Effective problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and effectively while prioritizing tasks efficiently.
• Ensures quality by demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, changing, dynamic work environment.
• Solid understanding and adherence to company policies, procedures, and compliance guidelines is essential.
• Overtime required – required on an as needed basis.
• Travel 0-10% - as required on an as needed basis.
• Must have reliable transportation and live within a commutable distance to the Dallas, Tx area.
  
  

Qualifications Preferred

• Knowledge of accounting, accounts payable or finance is highly preferred.
• Prior customer service experience is preferred.
• Previous clerical or administrative experience is a plus!
  
  

Physical Demands The physical demands 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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Work Schedule This position requires the ability to work various shifts to accommodate business needs. Typically, between the hours of 8AM-6PM Monday through Friday and on weekends as needed. Travel is required 10% of the time.

Stellantis Financial Services, Inc (SFS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing its employees an environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and intimidation. It is the policy of SFS to comply with all applicable employment laws and regulations and to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, change of sex, and/or transgender status or any protected status. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment and promotion decisions will be based solely on merit, ability, achievement, experience, conduct and other legitimate business reasons.