Procurement Agent

Position Overview:

The Procurement Agent is responsible for supporting procurement and warehouse operations to ensure the efficient receiving, storage, retrieval, and issuance of equipment and parts to plant operations. This role is crucial for optimizing inventory management, improving procurement strategies, and supporting key stakeholders in achieving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, logistics, and inventory control, preferably within an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the receiving, proper storage, retrieval, and timely issuance of equipment and parts to support plant operations.
• Maintain warehouse facilities in optimal condition, ensuring proper housekeeping, security, and workplace safety.
• Implement best practices for inventory storage, conducting regular inspections to prevent deterioration due to weather exposure or aging.
• Conduct periodic physical counts and cycle counting to maintain accuracy between physical inventory and electronic records (SAP).
• Ensure timely replenishment of inventory in accordance with established MIN/MAX levels.
• Generate and analyze regular reports on warehouse key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide insights on inventory optimization and plant needs.
• Supervise daily warehouse operations, including receiving, tagging, shelving, and issuing inventory.
• Effectively partner with business, functional, and procurement key stakeholders to support procurement initiatives.
• Track and oversee the execution of key procurement projects, purchase-to-pay (P2P) cycle activities, and supplier performance at RCC.
• Assist in coordination efforts between site procurement activities and TA Sourcing & Group Procurement as needed.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, a continuous improvement mentality, and a professional attitude.
• Exhibit adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to manage change effectively.

. Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse management, procurement, logistics, and inventory control, preferably in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Prior cross-functional collaboration experience in a multicultural environment is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in SAP (S/4HANA, SAP MM), DataStream, and other ERP platforms.
• Experience with business intelligence reporting tools (Tableau, DOMO, SAP BW/BI) preferred.
• Advanced MS Excel, MS Access, and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to manage change, adapt quickly, and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to procurement and warehouse challenges.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities efficiently.
• Must be able to constructively engage stakeholders through clear communication and alignment of procurement strategies.
• Strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and compliance within procurement and warehouse operations.
• Experience in the cement, construction materials, or heavy manufacturing industry is a plus.