Senior Analyst - Vehicle Logistics Procurement

Glovis•Irvine, CA

2d•$58,000 - $63,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Analyst - Vehicle Logistics Procurement and Projects will be responsible for support the day-to-day Procurement operations for all business departments at GLOVIS America, Inc. Position is responsible for assisting with all vendor (direct and non- direct) contracts to include negotiation, implementation, procurement of goods and services. Duties include but are not limited to; participating in the review of vendor rates, market studies, and support supplier relationships for the best procurement/ business practices.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Strong negotiations, procurement, and conflict resolution skills preferred
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and drive actions with cross-functional groups required
Proficient PC skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, database management systems required
Working knowledge of industry and market conditions, and carrier operations businesses required required
Working knowledge of contract management practices, tracking and managing data, contracts, and timelines required
Ability to manage multiple priorities and to adjust to meet business needs required
Individual must be a self-starter with ability to work with limited direction required
H.S Diploma/G.E.D Required
3 - 5 Years of Direct Experience in Supplier Management, Logistics, and/or Project Management Required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Preferred
4 - 7 Years of Direct Experience Preferred
Legal Document or Automotive Logistics Experience Preferred

Responsibilities

Support Supplier Management and general oversight to all department procurement with external supply chain and its processes
Build and nurture relationships with existing and potential suppliers, as well as internal business stakeholdersProactive support for overall supplier performance and fidelity of supplier scorecards
Assist with categories of procurement activities to maintain continuity of supply for current and future business needsAssist with reviewing existing supplier contracts, ensure on-going and future feasibility with internal stakeholdersPrepare market study insights and trends for related business and for required/potential outsourced categories of spend (Ocean, OTR, Rail, Intermodal, facilities, etc.)
Monitor supplier capacity vs. forecasted demandIdentify potential supply constraints or disruptions in advance
Identify risks (market volatility, fuel costs, geopolitical issues) and prepare scenario planning (best/worst case)Develop mitigation strategies
Support and assist with RFx process for new/recurring demand: requirements definition, bidder identification, critical timelinesWork with internal stakeholders to: Analyze proposals and opportunities
Support the process to select optimum suppliers, favorable cost/pricing terms and ensure compliance with Legal, Regulatory, and Customer requirementsAssist with the development and execution of negotiation plans
Coordinate inter-departmental communication with Business Development, Finance, Legal, internal consumers, GLOVIS leadership to execute Contract approvals
Assist with preparing proposal of developmental projects Identify areas to improve/ increase Procurement planning, control and accountability with the business groupsSupport the Procurement organization as needed and support management requests for information, analyses and insights

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement
401(k) with Generous Matching
Referral Bonuses
Auto Allowance
Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities
Discretionary Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement