Procurement Sr Specialist
On-siteSaco, Maine, United States
Job Summary
Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers while developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned categories. Gather business requirements, identify potential suppliers, and distribute RFPs/RFQs to collect bids, then evaluate proposals based on offering quality and cost to recommend the best-suited vendors. Work with selected suppliers to develop mutually acceptable contractual agreements and oversee tactical purchasing operations, including purchase order issuance and invoice payments. Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations. Requires an Associate's Degree and 5-7 years of experience; involves up to 25% travel.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
- Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
- Up to 25% travel likely
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Discipline/Major: Business, Supply Chain or related degree
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Decision-making skills
- Oral and written communication skills
- Analytical thinking skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to meet deadlines
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