Procurement Agent 2
Location:
Rosemead, CA
Work Model:
Hybrid – Monday and Tuesday onsite
Contract:
12 months
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing, sourcing, supplier management and contract activities within a major utility environment. This role will contribute to procurement strategies, supplier performance, risk management and commercial negotiations while working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in driving innovation, improving ways of working and enhancing supplier management systems.
- Support the execution of purchasing and sourcing strategies to address short- and long-term material requirements.
- Help achieve purchasing performance objectives relating to timely delivery, quality and cost.
- Analyze information to support the identification and resolution of supply chain risks and gaps.
- Participate in negotiations to achieve best value and favorable commercial terms and conditions.
- Support negotiations involving moderately complex purchase orders, change orders, requests for proposals and contracts/agreements.
- Assist with training peers and stakeholders on procurement processes and procedures.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal customers and act as a trusted business partner.
- Identify critical suppliers and support the development of supplier engagement plans.
- Monitor supplier risk profiles and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Understand supplier objectives, leverage points and desired outcomes to support structured negotiation strategies.
- Gather stakeholder input and develop clear negotiation objectives.
- Coordinate and document internal and external customer requirements.
- Monitor projects and schedules, identify issues and maintain priorities for work in process.
- Communicate risks and issues across functions and stakeholders.
- Assist with source selections and document purchase orders within established authority.
- Administer purchase order changes and ensure appropriate notes, terms and conditions are maintained.
- Gather supplier performance data to monitor supplier capability, capacity and overall business health.
- Participate in supplier performance reviews and cross-functional improvement teams.
- Support root cause analysis and the development and monitoring of supplier improvement plans.
- Maintain effective relationships and communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Ensure applicable import and export requirements are met.
- Support new business acquisition and product/project development and management activities.
- Perform all duties in accordance with company policies, safety requirements and applicable procedures.
- Protect company physical, financial and cybersecurity assets and appropriately handle confidential, proprietary and sensitive information.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement and/or contract management.
- Experience with purchasing, sourcing, supplier management or contract administration.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyze information and make informed decisions regarding scope, impact, policy, development and implementation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
- Experience coordinating and documenting customer and stakeholder requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using SAP in a purchasing environment.
- Experience with SAP Ariba, including Sourcing, Contracting and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) modules.
- Knowledge of purchasing practices, policies, procurement contracts and standard terms and conditions.
- Knowledge of industry best practices, standards, utility regulations, procedures and compliance requirements relating to purchasing.
- Experience with supplier performance management and continuous improvement.
- Experience with financial analysis, activity-based costing and supply chain methodology.
- Experience with purchase orders, RFPs, change orders and contract negotiations.
- Experience conducting supplier risk assessments and developing supplier improvement plans.
- Knowledge of import and export requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Relevant certifications such as CPM, CPSM, CPCM, CCCM and/or PMP are advantageous.
Additional Information
- 12-month contract position.
- Hybrid working arrangement with Monday and Tuesday onsite in Rosemead, CA.
- Standard working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- The successful candidate will be expected to follow applicable safety protocols and safe work practices.
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