Procurement Specialist

Merck•Verona, WI

13d

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist position is a senior-level technical position within the supply chain function and fulfillment job family. This position is responsible for the first point of entry into the procurement organization and expected to quickly understand the operations and impact procurement has on other up and downstream departments. This role ensures that materials are obtained in a timely manner and from suppliers that meet or exceed or quality requirements. Transactional and strategic work includes but is not limited to obtaining/maintaining prices and delivery information from the suppliers. Ensuring purchase orders and material master data is updated and accurate. Working with suppliers and other internal teams to ensure timely delivery and release of materials to meet production schedules. Host and attend internal and external meetings to ensure alignment with delivery timelines, identify risks and alternative supply options.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or other Business Discipline OR Mathematics. Or High School diploma/GED
4+ years experience in scheduling, planning or purchasing.
3+ years procurement or purchasing function using a MRP and/or ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

4+ years experience analyzing data using SAP and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Obtaining/maintaining prices and delivery information from suppliers.
Ensuring purchase orders and material master data are updated and accurate.
Working with suppliers and other internal teams to ensure timely delivery and release of materials to meet production schedules.
Hosting and attending internal and external meetings to ensure alignment with delivery timelines, identify risks and alternative supply options.