Procurement Agent II

Faith Technologies • Neenah, WI

69d

About The Position

The Procurement Agent II is responsible for providing Procurement support from quotation to delivery using current systems and processes. Incumbent shall provide this support through excellent customer service to Project Management and Field personnel. This will include RFI/RFP/RFQ activities when relevant or able, analyzing quotation(s) for total value, creating, verifying, and editing purchase and rental orders/contracts/ or requests and submitting orders to FTI's network of suppliers. Incumbent shall assist in the coordination of material/equipment deliveries and may perform other clerical duties related to the Procurement team. Additional responsibilities will be to identify, qualify, and contact potential vendors to receive bids or quotes, and/or to recommend alternative vendor options to our customers.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or relevant trade/industry technical program.
• 2-5 years of Purchasing/Buying experience in electrical industry or other relevant business.
• Proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic knowledge of the electrical construction trade and of purchasing procedures, processes, and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Elementary knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis.
• Basic knowledge of Six Sigma and or problem-solving methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of ERP systems, Procure to Pay functionality and proper process sequences.

Responsibilities

• Proactively communicates issues/concerns/delays/opportunities to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Proactively resolves material/supplier issues that pose potential disruption, escalation, or risk to projects/relationships.
• Demonstrates proven problem-solving skills and techniques that preserve relationships, that lead toward resolution.
• Prepares purchase orders using established purchasing procedures.
• Works with customers to establish clear bill of materials with appropriate specifications for materials to be purchased.
• Participates in project start-up meetings.
• Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service skills to internal and external customers.
• Expedites supplier shipments, deliveries, and/or pickups as appropriate.
• Negotiates and obtains quotes for materials and rental equipment.
• Prepares preliminary data analysis to support negotiation preparation.
• Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
• Applies continuous improvement concepts to overcome obstacles in area of responsibility.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Competitive, merit-based compensation.
• Career path development.
• Flexible and robust benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Associate degree