Procurement Specialist I

This position is responsible for vendor management and procurement process optimization, focusing heavily on developing systems to track vendor performance, negotiating agreements, handling invoices, and ensuring efficient procurement practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Procurement :

• Develop and implement internal vendor database
• Develop vendor performance metrics and implement a regular evaluation process to ensure optimal efficiency and quality

Purchase Order System :

Prompt answers to questions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education

High School graduate with 2 years' or equivalent work experience in administration. Prefer an associate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Work Experience

Prefer at least 1 year experience in a procurement role.

Prefer at least 3 years' experience in a corporate business environment.

Physical

Must be able to sit for long periods using the telephone and computer

Must be able to kneel, grasp, stop, reach, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Working conditions may require exposure to the elements including rain, cold and heat

Other

Must have at least proficient PC skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Word

Must have a valid driver's license

Must have the ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Must have strong, professional negotiation, reasoning, communication and problem-solving skills

Must be able to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor

Must be able to work independently and also work with cross functional teams throughout the corporation

Must be able to think strategically and analytically while also possessing tactical and clerical skills

A sense of urgency and high attention to detail are required for this position

Must demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner with a positive self-motivated attitude

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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