Procurement Specialist I/II/III

Greenheck Group•Minneapolis, MN

8d•$62,685 - $117,552•Onsite

About The Position

As a Procurement Specialist I/II/III for Greenheck Group, you will strategically manage complex procurement processes, optimize costs, and ensure the organization's procurement activities contribute to its overall success and competitiveness in the market. You will work closely with stakeholders on key initiatives and identify and develop alternate sources of supply for key parts and materials. Greenheck Group is a global leader in air movement and ventilation, an award-winning culture prioritizing growth and development, and an innovative, environmentally responsible manufacturer of commercial HVAC systems. Our products are found in commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities worldwide. Since 1947, we’ve proudly invested in our people and our communities, fostering innovation, leadership, and opportunity at every level.

Requirements

Procurement Specialist I: 4-6 years of relevant work experience in procurement/buying required.
Procurement Specialist I: 2 Year / Associate Degree in business, supply chain or a related field of study or equivalent years of job experience required.
Procurement Specialist II: 6-8 years of relevant work experience in procurement/buying required.
Procurement Specialist II: 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in business, supply chain or a related field of study or equivalent years of job experience required.
Procurement Specialist III: 6-8 years of relevant work experience in procurement/buying required.
Procurement Specialist III: 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in business, supply chain or a related field of study or equivalent years of job experience required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) with an understanding of ERP/SAP system processes.

Nice To Haves

Procurement Specialist I: 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in business, supply chain or a related field of study preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide general purchasing support (place PO's, follow up with suppliers, communicate to business units) to support production requirements and risk mitigation.
Lead the negotiation of suppliers/categories assigned to the Buyer desk. This includes pricing, packaging/shipping, identifying potential suppliers, contract terms, quality, and all other aspects of the procurement program.
Meet with suppliers and lead negotiations for favorable pricing and build long-term partnerships. Including accountability for acknowledging daily purchase order confirmations from suppliers and proactively sharing any discrepancies with the appropriate teams.
Lead the coordination between production scheduling, sales and engineering departments to obtain information, resolve problems and identify purchasing requirements for new or redesigned products or special projects.
Lead the identification and development of alternate sources of supply for key parts and materials.
Lead the identification and collaboration activities across the company to support new developments in material, equipment and techniques with other departments and delegating initiatives to team and key stake holders.
Support all levels of the organization as it relates to their involvement in the procurement of goods through the supply chain. These groups include, but are not limited to, material specialists, engineering, accounting, buying/planning, sales and operations.
Handle complex technical/strategic issues and problems, and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.