Procurement Specialist (Buyer)

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Procurement SpecialistProcurement & Purchasing

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Overview

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass,

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Procurement SpecialistProcurement & Purchasing

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

Responsibilities

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→Support the development and execution of category strategies in collaboration with business stakeholders and senior category leaders to deliver value and reduce cost
→Use industry trends, spend data, requirements and supplier performance data to identify savings opportunities, service improvements and supply risks, and recommend actions to category leadership
→Execute sourcing plans and supplier spend management activities, including running RFx processes (RFIs/RFPs) and supporting contract negotiations for goods and services of low to moderate complexity, and escalate complex, high-value or high-risk negotiations to senior category leaders
→Support enterprise sourcing initiatives by gathering requirements, evaluating supplier responses and helping ensure alignment with business objectives and consistent supply
→Apply analytics and procurement technology to support data-informed sourcing decisions and identify optimization opportunities
→Build collaborative relationships with business partners to understand their needs and become a trusted procurement resource
→Manage day-to-day relationships with assigned suppliers, including performance reviews, issue resolution and adherence to agreed service levels
→Partner with Finance, Operations, Privacy and Legal teams to support contract review, approvals and consistent contract terms
→Maintain accurate and complete records and work with business groups to simplify processes. Participate in process and technology improvement initiatives across Strategic Sourcing
→Ensure adherence to procurement policies and escalate sourcing issues and non-compliance to category leadership for resolution
→Provide communication and guidance on procurement processes and systems to stakeholders and suppliers
→Apply procurement, category management and supplier management best practices and continue developing subject matter expertise

→Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
→Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days.
→Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.
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Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, supply chain, procurement, finance, management or related field OR equivalent work experience
2+ years of experience in sourcing & procurement OR related discipline experience (such as Sales, CRE / Facilities or Finance / Banking)
Experience supporting sourcing events and contract negotiations, with working knowledge of financial and business terms
Experience using data analysis, industry trends and spend data to identify optimization opportunities
Experience contributing to category, strategic sourcing or process improvement initiatives

Nice to Have

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Ability to build effective working relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers
Ability to manage competing priorities, resolve conflicts and work toward consensus with stakeholders, and escalate complex issues to category leadership appropriately
Experience meeting the needs of internal stakeholders across multiple business units
Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and verbally, to business partners and senior leaders
Ability to work independently with guidance and to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Understanding of total cost of ownership for a product or category
Strong organizational skills