Senior Procurement Specialist

DP World Limited•Charlotte, NC

30d

About The Position

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain - from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions. ABOUT DP WORLD Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world's trade flow better, changing what's possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that's fit for the future. We're rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology - and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we're at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door. DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures - not just in what we do but also in how we behave. We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what's possible. WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE. DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief. By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

Requirements

Associate degree required, Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Materials Management or related major preferred
3-5 years of experience as a Procurement Specialist or similar occupation
Ability to negotiate as an agent on the company's behalf, ensuring the company is represented in the best possible way
Ability to work well in cross-functional teams that include internal and external customers, and suppliers
Understanding of the Procure to Pay process, request for quotation (RFQ) process, as well as cost reduction and supply base rationalization
Able to complete strategic actions and initiatives in a timely manner while adhering to project budgets
Ability to travel to sites for startup initiatives and to train and work with site purchasing professionals
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish is considered a plus
Knowledge of program and project management, experience within automotive or technology industries is desirable; Experience within SAP is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide reporting and analysis based on all RFPs led by the Regional Procurement Team
Support miscellaneous administrative and coordination tasks for the sourcing process
Prepare and deliver RFP status updates and summaries to the Executive Team
Help organize RFP documentation per project
Lead smaller RFPs independently from initiation through award, ensuring adherence to DP World's sourcing policies
Require a robust skillset in Excel, exceptional organizational abilities
Support and enable regional strategies for specific categories where applicable, participate and lead cross functional teams as appropriate to bring continuous improvements to projects
Travel to new business launch sites when required to support purchasing processes/functions until permanent position is filled, trained and functioning
Travel to sites with concern status with regards to a purchasing related issue/opportunity and/or the purchasing processes and resolve/stabilize
Other duties as assigned