Job Description

: Associate Procurement Specialist
Shift Timings: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Our location in Client Park, Illinois, currently has an opportunity for Procurement Specialist, Associate, Regional Operations. The Associate Specialist applies experience and procurement knowledge to execute procurement best practices and execute strategies across Global Procurement Services. Work with internal and external customers to solve issues and drive high levels of customer service. The position will be responsible for evaluating and processing purchasing requests, contract review and
assist with Supplier set-ups. The Regional Procurement Operations team aligns to:
\xef\x82\xb7 Proactively seek innovative ways to improve the procurement processes and procedures, cycle times, and customer service levels
\xef\x82\xb7 Ensure full understanding of the "One Procurement" strategies. Strong knowledge and project work across multiple categories that impact the team positively
\xef\x82\xb7 Adhere to Client policies and procedures

WHAT YOU\'LL DO
\xef\x82\xb7 First line responder; pivots between strategy, operations, and transactional procurement
\xef\x82\xb7 Adhere to and support defined Source to Pay process flow globally
\xef\x82\xb7 Execute against category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leaders
\xef\x82\xb7 Support and drive contract processes within SAP /Ariba Platform
\xef\x82\xb7 Manage and execute purchasing requests including but not limited to SOW, RFx, PO, PR and ad-hoc / one off buys RFxs
\xef\x82\xb7 Supporting stakeholder education on existing purchasing solutions and options
\xef\x82\xb7 Contribute to continuous improvement of global procurement processes and tools
\xef\x82\xb7 Be a change champion within the Regional Procurement Operations
\xef\x82\xb7 Lead resolution on issues within Source to Pay technology improvements
\xef\x82\xb7 Capture savings outcomes and opportunities
\xef\x82\xb7 Collaboration within One Procurement organization
\xef\x82\xb7 Directly contribute to meeting Regional Procurement Operations\' Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Value Metrics
\xef\x82\xb7 Perform routine procurement activities, contribute to and manage projects
\xef\x82\xb7 Communicate with appropriate departments to clarify, requests and obtain approvals
\xef\x82\xb7 Implement agreed purchasing strategies for category globally
\xef\x82\xb7 Support Client Supplier diversity strategy
\xef\x82\xb7 Meet regularly with divisional customers and support functions to ensure good customer satisfaction and continuous improvement
\xef\x82\xb7 Exhibit cultural awareness
\xef\x82\xb7 Seek, develop, and maintain effective business relationships with suppliers, support functions and divisional customers
\xef\x82\xb7 Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures
\xef\x82\xb7 Executes against the goals set by the Regional Procurement Operations team
\xef\x82\xb7 Seek innovative ways to maintain and improve procurement processes, cycle times, total acquisition costs, and customer service levels

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU\'LL BRING
Required
\xef\x82\xb7 Bachelor\'s Degree
\xef\x82\xb7 1-2 years of Procurement experience

Preferred
\xef\x82\xb7 Functional experience
\xef\x82\xb7 Strong people skills
\xef\x82\xb7 Strong problem-solving skills
\xef\x82\xb7 Self-Starter
\xef\x82\xb7 Project management skills
\xef\x82\xb7 Skilled in spreadsheet programs
\xef\x82\xb7 Good communication skills (written and verbal)
\xef\x82\xb7 Good interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills
\xef\x82\xb7 Source to Pay Experience example (SAP/Ariba, JDE, Oracle or Coupa,)

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