Project Procurement Lead
On-siteCambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Support safety, quality, delivery, cost, and cash metrics for subregion while ensuring compliance to sourcing policies. Deliver cost targets by sending RFQs and quoting PLM demands, manage assigned Service Manager requests, and drive costs below JCE/budgets. Identify subregion specific suppliers, award business to approved vendors, and ensure contract/PO language aligns with No PO, No Pay policy. Monitor assigned projects, manage NCRs and claims, and gather supplier market intelligence for Sourcing Managers. Attend 3M, ORR, and POR reviews to adjust sourcing strategies based on feedback. Utilize Daily Management tools to drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes. Travel may be required.
Required Qualifications
- HS Diploma, or equivalent
- 3+ years of purchasing, sourcing, or analytical experience in a project-oriented environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- English proficiency required
- Travel may be required
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or equivalent preferred
- Knowledge of purchasing and sourcing practices and procedures, including supplier negotiations techniques, spend and category analytics
- Attention to detail and outstanding organizational and analytical skills
- Skillful in establishing and maintaining working relationships internally and externally with suppliers
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently, to prioritize, and work well with time constraints
- Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and creative thought processing skills
- Excellent written, verbal, analytical, negotiating, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated success with cost reductions
- Proven ability to lead cross functional efforts and achieve desired results
- Advanced computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office and MRP / ERP systems
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