Services Procurement Analyst

EDP Energias de Portugal S.A.•Houston, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Services Procurement Analyst will provide support to the Services Procurement department by tracking all bid processes, evaluations, project milestones and deliverables, as well as facilitating competitive bid processes (“RFPs”) for Services. You will also support Procurement’s organization and process team in the supplier qualification process and additional reporting as necessary.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or demonstrated progress toward a degree
2+ years of related purchasing experience preferred; industrial or manufacturing experience preferred
Proficient knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office software (particularly Word, Excel, and Powerpoint); some knowledge of Microsoft Access preferred
Familiarity with "e"-enabled supply chain systems (e.g., web-based systems, Oracle, SAP)
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Written and verbal and communication skills
Ability to be self-motivated and high attention to details
Exemplary standards of integrity, safety, ethics, quality, and productivity
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication
Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Preferred).

Nice To Haves

industrial or manufacturing experience preferred
some knowledge of Microsoft Access preferred
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication
Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise.

Responsibilities

Maintain responsibility for bid evaluations, commercial and contractual negotiations, and contract approval prior to contract finalization
Assist with the creation and documentation of a competitive bid process that can be used at all levels of the organization
Serve as a liaison between the Procurement, Development, Engineering, Project Management, Operations, and Asset Management departments
Verify that applicable company approvals are obtained before contracts are executed
Provide weekly or as-needed reporting of Bid process, PO, and contract status
Provide support to the organization and processes function including tracking supplier qualification documents for the approval of suppliers to ensure timely and accurate processing to meet deadlines
Provide ad hoc reporting and data management services for Services Procurement team
Track key Material Purchase Order milestones in order to ensure project schedule is maintained
Gather market research to maintain database including but not limited to material lead times, bidder availability, commodity pricing, etc.
Coordinate EDPR and supplier visits for bid presentations or industry events
Support purchase expediting activities
Serve as back up support for SAP Administration