About this opportunity
Strategic Staffing Solutions lists this Procurement Specialist opportunity in new albany, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Works autonomously in leading major, high-dollar, complex sourcing, or contract development events. Serves as the subject matter expert for assigned categories of large or complex spend, custom requirements, or that support emerging or evolving programs or needs across or within the business units. Serves as a consultant to Category Managers, business units and Procurement Professionals in assigned categories on sourcing or contract development and formation. Writes the business deal and works with representatives of legal, risk, safety, and other areas to secure business interests. Possesses the skills to direct the work activities of the Procurement Professional or the Procurement Analyst. Individual shall have the skills to effectively engage business unit leadership and Supply Chain Procurement and Fleet Operations (SCPFO) leadership to accomplish procurement goals.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks:
Writes the summary and details for complex/non-standard contracts, including pricing, performance criteria, service levels, warranties, terms and conditions, and any risk mitigations.
Writes modifications to existing complex/non-standard contracts, coordinating with Legal as necessary.
Provides advisory support for contract development and negotiations to category managers and procurement professionals, as needed.
Applies pricing models, cost containment models, pricing caps, total cost-of-ownership models, and indices during contract development. Supports category managers to refine sourcing strategies for complex spend.
Works with the Service Center to ensure transactional and customer support services are aligned with category strategies.
Collaborates, as needed, with the Supply Chain center of excellence (COE), the Service Center, and business partners on projects and other initiatives to address recurring issues, improve efficiency, and improve satisfaction.
Basic Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or related field is required.
Experience:
7 years of relevant work experience in contract management, paralegal work, or supply chain experience is required.
Experience in the utility, manufacturing, or construction industry preferred.
Additional Requirements:
Deep understanding of contract design and structure, including terms, language, templates, performance criteria, and other components.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Ability to be persuasive and build credibility desired.
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Worksite address
new albany, OH, 43054, US
Who can apply
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