Sr. Corporate Procurement Agent

Kus•Irvine, CA

About The Position

At Kia, we're creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day. Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.Status Exempt General Summary This position is responsible for administration of purchase of goods and services for KUS. The Sr. Procurement Agent will be responsible for managing KUS's Purchasing process from sourcing to payment. The role will provide guidance and direction to Internal Business Units on Purchasing policies and procedures as well as monitoring and enforcing the Purchasing Policy. The Sr. Procurement Agent will serve as the point of contact for contract administration including but not limited to contract negotiations and changing management processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related discipline.
5-7 years of experience in purchasing of goods and/or services or related experience.
Complete understanding and experience with analysis and negotiation of various contract types (i.e., firm-fixed, cost-plus, time & material etc.).
Experience with integrated purchasing/accounting/financial systems. SAP Preferred.
Experience with purchasing of corporate indirect services preferred.
Basic knowledge of general accounting practices and principles.
Strong analytical skills. Proven ability to perform cost/price analysis.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills and quality. Ability to complete assigned projects from inception to completion with minimum guidance.
Strong negotiation skills.

Nice To Haves

MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

Creation and administration of Request for Information (RFI), and Request for Proposal (RFP), assist operational department to development of statements of work, service agreements, with minimal direction
Lead and facilitate supplier selection, cost/price analysis of supplier responses and quotes, and contract negotiations.
Develop strong relationships with internal business partners to engage them on a timely basis as appropriate to ensure agreements are consistent with company objectives and procedures.
Maintain relationships with suppliers while continually seeking additional vendors.
Develop and execute strategies to maximize spend by identifying and qualifying savings potential for specific projects.
Administration of proper procurement documentation. Conduct reconciliation of project costs to ensure all costs are in-line with planned budgets.