– The Procurement Specialist is responsible for identifying and screening procurement suppliers,
driving improved supplier service levels,
minimizing risk while improving business results, standardizing and automating business
and procurement best practice processes.
Roles & Responsibilities:
– Leads the procurement function and oversees all aspects of purchasing, negotiations, strategy,
tool and process implementation for procurement related to goods and services
business and financial objectives
– Builds strong relationships with software publisher partners, fostering collaboration and teamwork
– Delivers on cost reduction commitments through the identification, development and execution of
strategic sourcing initiatives
– Supports Sales Organization in strategic situations
– Develops and implements efficiencies, standardized tools, practices and procedures shortening
the quotation, RFP and decision making and evaluation time
– Leads development and execution of a performance driven supplier management process
resulting in structured feedback,
– Develops, implements and maintains procurement policies and review on a regular basis to
ensure relevance and conformance with best practices and ensure compliance with internal and
regulatory policies, including Sarbanes-Oxley
– Establishes Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) practices and reinforces through regular
benchmarking, periodic RFP’s, and supplier performance metrics reporting .

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-3 years of leadership experience in procurement, setting procurement strategies, driving cost savings and improving terms and conditions
• Self starter with excellent business/financial acumen, proficient working with cross-functional teams, including demonstrated motivation, influence, and the ability to drive change across all levels of the organization and geographical boundaries
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent leadership skills including clearly demonstrated global perspective and understanding of factors impacting businesses and their suppliers
• Excellent supplier management skills including demonstrated ability to develop and manage business driven supplier executive relationships
• Proven track record of successfully managing risk
• Possess solid computer skills (proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio) and experience with an ERP system (Navision is preferred)
• Proven ability to be hands on within a heavy workload environment
• Able to manage a multitude of projects simultaneously
• Highly visible position with regular interactions with senior management

Please submit an updated CV in a professional format with complete details.