Analyst I, Procurement

Andersons•Maumee, OH

About The Position

This position is responsible for purchasing materials and services for the assigned business group. Performs routine, entry-level assignments. Knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts gained through education and/or experience. Develops competence by performing structured work assignments. Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. Receives instruction, guidance and direction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required (or the equivalent in work experience)
1-3 years’ relevant experience required

Nice To Haves

Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty. Integrity and authenticity
Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments
Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations

Responsibilities

Perform material or service purchasing activities including planning, selection, buying decisions, quality control, regulatory compliance and inventory management to meet demand, customer forecast, and shipping requirements.
Create, implement and utilize performance metrics to manage the supplier network.
Maintain purchasing documentation and daily records of items purchased. This also includes purchase orders, receipts and e-procurement systems.
Provide training to company personnel on departmental purchasing policies, procedures, and systems as needed.
Participate in strategic sourcing teams and provide guidance and value-added support to end-users by fulfilling purchase requirements, suggesting alternative suppliers/solutions, negotiate pricing/purchase terms, and maintaining an effective supplier network.
Provide new product information to end users in order to improve overall cost and efficiency.