Procurement Specialist

Caliber Holdings • Lewisville, TX

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About The Position

Responsible for contribution, execution and on-going management of the Corporate Supply Chain and Procurement Strategy. Essential Job Duties Manage all related procurement functions including, but not limited to, vendor negotiations and contract management, supplier performance management, program management, product evaluations and standardization of purchasing policies. Create category management plans for indirect categories. Utilize spend management data reports to drive value within the distribution system. Execute disciplined price audits that ensure that contracted deviated prices are appropriately invoiced through distribution networks. Develop and leverage best class practices in sourcing of supply chain partners (distributors and manufacturers). Manage vendor and item compliance reporting that documents vendor contracts for service, quality, deviated pricing, and the collection of rebates and allowances. Lead cross-functional initiatives that support and influence alignment with the organization’s sustainability mission/goals. Partner with and support both internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and tactics that achieve stated goals while maintaining Caliber’s standards and financial requirements. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge and skills
• Minimum 4 years of experience in procurement function
• Tenured negotiation skills and RFP management.
• Strong knowledge of related industry operating costs, procurement methods, and pricing practices.
• Good working knowledge of industry-standard analytical tools and processes.
• Respects a thoughtful, structured approach in planning and decision making while demonstrating an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Seeks to understand the customer experience; approaches business decisions from the perspective of the customer.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, team player with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent presentation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all related procurement functions including, but not limited to, vendor negotiations and contract management, supplier performance management, program management, product evaluations and standardization of purchasing policies.
• Create category management plans for indirect categories.
• Utilize spend management data reports to drive value within the distribution system.
• Execute disciplined price audits that ensure that contracted deviated prices are appropriately invoiced through distribution networks.
• Develop and leverage best class practices in sourcing of supply chain partners (distributors and manufacturers).
• Manage vendor and item compliance reporting that documents vendor contracts for service, quality, deviated pricing, and the collection of rebates and allowances.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that support and influence alignment with the organization’s sustainability mission/goals.
• Partner with and support both internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and tactics that achieve stated goals while maintaining Caliber’s standards and financial requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees