Senior Specialist, Sourcing

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Lead and execute difficult and unique purchasing projects. This classification reviews a wide range of purchase requisitions including capital and expense items or services; investigates and develops sources of supplies, preparing bid specifications; issues bid requests and reviews quotations. Also requires interpretation of purchasing procedures to departments and vendors, as a specialist in assigned material categories, which require a high degree of technical knowledge based on sourcing category. Works with key stakeholders and Legal to optimize best value for Universal Parks & Resorts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required.
3+ years commodity buying experience required with 2+ years of experience procuring high specialized/technical commodities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skills in supervising or leading the work activities of others may be required.
MS Excel: Advanced level of analytical capabilities.
Ability to gather, interpret data from multiple sources and identify economic trends.
MS Powerpoint: Ability to translate information from analysis and convey information effectively in PowerPoint.
Ability to read, interpret and analyze general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write; reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information in various settings; one-on-one, small groups; customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Nice To Haves

CPM, CPSM (Preferred Not Required)

Responsibilities

Facilitate the competitive bid process for all requisitions in accordance with company policies.
Solicit price bids and proposals from qualified suppliers, conduct site walks/pre-bid meetings, assemble detailed evaluation of all proposals, and recommend suppliers for award, negotiate final prices, establish contracts, and arrange deliveries according to prescribed deadlines and timetables in conjunction with company savings goals.
Generate and maintain the accuracy of purchase orders related to spare parts in coordination with suppliers, manufactures, and other internal and external personnel.
Resolve issues of prices on purchase orders that differ from prices confirmed by suppliers.
Research possible sources/suppliers for requested items, provides alternatives or substitutions when applicable, and assists internal requesters with select requirements.
Gather/review requests in various formats including technical drawings or schematics.
Investigate potential bidding initiatives to address hard dollar and process savings.
Establish blanket purchase agreements with vendors setting dollar limitations and time of contract limitations.
Interview sales representatives and research companies to develop new sources of supplies to update records and files, and to secure favorable terms for the Universal Orlando.
Compiles metrics & KPI’s for related areas.
Maintain and update supplier database and completes necessary paperwork and reports.
Partner with the Cost Control group to ensure budget compliance and to identify cost saving opportunities.
Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.