Procurement Specialist

ABB•Richmond, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Procurement & Logistics Manager. The work model for the role is: Onsite, Richmond, VA. Your role and responsibilities In this role, you will have the opportunity to ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the businesses. Each day, you will execute assigned activities as per ABB standard procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by delivering and participating in training programs as required to ensure compliance and to foster professional development. This position will have a specific focus of Strategic Sourcing regarding supplier development. You will be mainly accountable for: Executing purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products. Designing and implementing plans and effective strategies for local sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets. Supporting in implementing effective local sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements. Applying and implementing procurement standards, tools, and processes in your area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Business Administration in Supply Chain Management or related field PLUS minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing industry.
Experience in a Procurement or Manufacturing environment performing sourcing activities and/or new product supply base development creating category strategies ensuring quality, service and cost competitive supply base.
Performing procurement and materials management including identifying cost drivers, world demand and supply for commodities like: steel, copper, aluminum, and zinc.
Negotiating procurement contracts.
Commuting across teams and presenting to stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills.
Self-motivated and strong communication and negotiation skills.
Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree preferred PLUS minimum 3 years related manufacturing or supply chain experience.
Experience in Cost Engineering, Sourcing, Quality and Proposals, knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial and legal terms and standard procurement procedures, a plus.
Strong SAP experience preferred.
Electrical and automation industry background considered a plus.
Experience in supplier relations, Supplier Management, thorough knowledge of procurement tools, quality processes and understanding of commercial terms and standard procurement procedures, a plus.
ISM/CPSM certificate desirable (Certified Professional in Supply Management)

Responsibilities

Executing purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products.
Designing and implementing plans and effective strategies for local sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets.
Supporting in implementing effective local sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements.
Applying and implementing procurement standards, tools, and processes in your area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
Delivering and participating in training programs as required to ensure compliance and to foster professional development.

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Vacation under a permissive time away policy.