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Procurement Specialist (Independence)
Procurement Specialist (Independence)Airgas • Independence, OH, United States
Procurement Specialist (Independence)

Procurement Specialist (Independence)

Airgas • Independence, OH, United States
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At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

Airgas is Hiring for a Sr Field Sourcing Specialist in Independence, OH!

  • This position is a hybrid role located in Independence, OH.
  • Base Pay : $75,000 to $105,000 annual
  • Travel is 10% .

Quentin Chavis Jr. / quentin.chavisjr@airgas.com / 346-459-4397

Job Description Summary : Provide dedicated professional sourcing and other value creation services to assigned business units or operating zones to support and achieve safety, efficiency, compliance and savings initiatives and objectives. Specific activities include competitive bidding, proposal analysis, negotiation of price and commercial terms, vendor management and asset sales

  • Lead bidding and sourcing activities for all purchases by assigned zone or business unit (BU) : o Manage all contact between Airgas and bidders.
  • Assist in developing technical specifications and / or scopes of work with internal customers. o Investigate, qualify and recommend bidders.
  • Develop and issue formal requests for quotes (RFQ's).
  • Lead job walks and bid clarification meetings with internal customers.
  • Issue clarifications or amendments to the specification or work scope to all bidders.
  • Complete commercial bid tabulations.
  • Complete technical bid tabulations including analysis with internal customers.
  • Negotiate final price and commercial terms.
  • Make sourcing recommendations to internal customers.
  • Author and execute materials and services contracts as required.
  • Manage commercial risk for all purchases by assigned zone or business unit :
  • Identify and address business risks during the bidding and sourcing process.
  • Verify that all contractors are appropriately pre-screened for safety, and initiate the contractor pre-screening process for new contractors as required.
  • Verify that hold harmless and indemnification documentation is in place as well as a current certificate of insurance is on file with all contractors. Initiate and negotiate hold harmless and indemnification documentation for new contractors as required.
  • Verify that critical suppliers are on the approved supplier list, and initiate the critical supplier qualification process for new suppliers as required.
  • Proactively manage sourcing activity for all major capital, maintenance and plant turnarounds (TAR) : o Attend and actively participate in budget planning meetings for assigned BU or zone.
  • Actively participate in TAR planning meetings.
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    Are you a MATCH?

    Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution is required.
  • At least five years purchasing experience supporting operations or manufacturing
  • Previous experience implementing cost savings programs / initiatives
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Previous SAP experience preferred
  • Previous chemical manufacturing experience a plus
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    Benefits

    We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

    We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

    Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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    Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

    At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

    We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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    About Airgas

    Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

    Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

    Join us for a stimulating experience : At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, youll find a welcoming workplace where youre valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose.

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    Equal Employment Opportunity Information

    We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

    Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

    Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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