Procurement Specialist Opportunity
We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our team in Austin, Texas. This position is within the manufacturing industry and offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting procurement operations, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate data while collaborating with various stakeholders to drive efficiency.
Responsibilities :
- Facilitate vendor onboarding and qualification processes, ensuring supplier records are complete, compliant, and up-to-date.
- Manage procurement system data integrity across platforms such as Oracle and Jaggaer.
- Oversee supplier performance evaluations, scorecard management, and corrective action tracking.
- Assist in maintaining procurement policies, templates, and standard operating procedures.
- Create and maintain procurement reports and dashboards to monitor key metrics and compliance standards.
- Generate spend and performance reports for leadership and department stakeholders.
- Act as a backup for Buyer responsibilities, including processing purchase requisitions into orders and resolving invoice discrepancies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline procurement workflows and provide timely updates.
- Support the Indirect Procurement team in managing documentation, supplier communications, and preparing presentations.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and automation efforts to enhance operational efficiency.
Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field is preferred.13 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a similar function.Proficiency with procurement systems such as Oracle, Jaggaer, Coupa, or Ariba.Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on teamwork.Solid understanding of corporate procurement, buying processes, and contract negotiations.Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.