Corporate Procurement Administrator

Overview

The major responsibilities of this position is to partner with the internal business units for their Procurement/Sourcing activities and vendor contracts.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business unit leaders to identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and efficiencies
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for internal business units
• Lead contract negotiations with diplomacy and engage appropriate corporate partners
• Conduct vendor evaluations, e.g., potential new vendors, evaluating contracts.
• Manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• Collaborate effectively across departments to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 4-year bachelors in Accounting, Banking & Finance, Business Management or Supply Chain or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Procurement or Supply Chain
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated negotiation skills
• Display a strong sense of ownership and a drive for achieving results
• The ability to complete tasks with accuracy, thorough attention to detail with consistency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Able to work and analyze large amounts of information
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to think objectively
• Independent thinker and ability to work in at team environment
• Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:  Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse, while viewing computer screens.
• Note: This is a brief description of this position and is not limited to those described herein. Management retains the right to add, delete or modify any of these responsibilities at any time during employment.