Purchasing Agent Material Analyst (PAMA), I, II, III, or IV

Georgia Transmission Corporation • Tucker, GA

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About The Position

This role is responsible for procuring pre-assigned commodities from available sources at the best possible value, consistent with company policies and procedures. The Purchasing Agent Material Analyst (PAMA) works directly with other PAMAs on end-to-end planning and procurement of inventory and maintenance materials, assisting team members as needed. The position supports complete supply chain activities for assigned commodities, utilizing sound business practices and ethics. Key performance areas include meeting departmental goals in material price reduction, supplier on-time delivery of quality material, inventory optimization, utilization, and accuracy, and customer support & satisfaction. The role involves analysis of material needs and availability, negotiation/bid/purchase of materials, delivery interface, invoice problem resolution, and order close-out. It requires strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication, the ability to interface with technical personnel, and proficiency in all aspects of the procurement process. Attention to detail, a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to proactively determine the best course of action in problem-solving. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and other procurement application and reporting software is required. The role also requires staying informed about industry competitive situations, alternative supply sources, and cost trends. PAMA I and II work under direct or close supervision, following standard procedures and written instructions. PAMA III and IV work independently under general supervision, relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks. Higher-level PAMAs may orient, train, assign, and check the work of lower-level employees. Responsibilities include identifying and sourcing suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules, and regularly reviewing and proposing improvements to standard terms and conditions.

Requirements

• Four-year degree.
• Emphasis in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Materials preferred.
• Extensive Microsoft Excel computer skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and other procurement application software and reporting software.
• Must keep abreast of industry competitive situations and alternative supply sources and cost trends.
• PAMA I - Zero (0) to two (2) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry.
• PAMA II - Three (3) to five (5) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry.
• PAMA III - Six (6) to eight (8) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry.
• PAMA IV - Eight (8) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry.
• PAMA I - Five (5) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management (Equivalent Experience).
• PAMA II - Eight (8) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management (Equivalent Experience).
• PAMA III - Ten (10) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management (Equivalent Experience).
• PAMA IV - Twelve (12) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management (Equivalent Experience).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully interface with technical personnel.
• Proficiency in all aspects of the procurement process.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• Ability to proactively determine the best course of action in problem-solving.
• PAMA I works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
• PAMA II works under close supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
• PAMA III & IV works independently under general supervision. Will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks while following standard procedures and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to pursue ISM CPSM and/or APICS CSCP, CPIM when eligible is desirable (PAMA I).
• ISM CPSM and/or APICS CSCP, CPIM preferred (PAMA II, III, IV).
• MS SharePoint, Lawson software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Procures pre-assigned commodities from available sources at the best possible value consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Works directly with other PAMAs responsible for beginning-to-end planning and procuring of inventory and maintenance materials.
• Assist other team members as necessary.
• Supports the complete supply chain activities for assigned commodities, using sound business practices and ethics.
• Meets departmental goals in areas of material price reduction; supplier on-time delivery of quality material; inventory optimization, utilization, and accuracy; customer support & satisfaction.
• Analysis of material needs and availability, negotiation/bid/purchase of materials, delivery interface, invoice problem resolution, and order close-out.
• Identifies and sources suppliers for required materials, negotiating favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules in line with company objectives.
• Regularly review and propose improvements to standard terms and conditions to ensure they meet evolving business needs and legal requirements.
• May orient, train, assign, and check the work of lower-level employees (PAMA III & IV).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level