Intermediate Procurement Specialist
About The Position
South Jersey Industries (SJI) is seeking an energetic and experienced individual to support the Procurement organization in completing daily tasks associated with materials management. We are seeking an individual with strong organizational, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to fill this important role. This individual will have a proven ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, maintenance, finance, and supply chain to drive procurement strategy, resolve material challenges, and support business objectives.
Requirements
- Ability to work across a cross-functional site and organization
- Strong communication skills, oral and written
- Excellent computer skills with ability to work in diverse applications
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficient – specifically Excel and PowerBI
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or; Master’s degree with 0 years of relevant experience. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Valid Driver Licenses (travel required to various local sites-up to 15%)
Nice To Haves
- Workday experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create and receive requisition orders and process into purchase orders
- Route and process changes/edits in order submissions
- Classify invoices for Construction, including researching errors and making corrections with internal departments and suppliers
- Perform monthly accrual for Construction Department
- Manage long-term relationships with selected key strategic materials suppliers.
- Identify new suppliers and supply chain optimization opportunities
- Review and analyze sales reports and update pricing as needed
- Meet regularly with Suppliers and internal Stakeholders
- Facilitate communication among suppliers to ensure relationships are delivering their ongoing and intended and optimal value.
- Support purchasing terms compliance, including providing necessary contract guidelines
- Develop key performance measures for chosen suppliers and negotiate on multiple variables to award longer-term strategic contracts that result in significant cost reduction and improved service levels
- Conduct audits of procurement and inventory processes, identifying gaps and implementing process improvements.
Benefits
- Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
- 401(k), with generous company match
- Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
