Procurement Specialist

1 month ago

Eagan, United States Somic Packaging, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Position:

This role requires a proactive, detail and goal-oriented, assertive person with strong communication and negotiation skills. The Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in managing our supply chain and ensuring timely procurement of materials and components necessary for business. The ideal candidate will have a deep comprehension of procurement processes, supplier management and technical understanding, preferably in the packaging industry.

Job Duties:

  • Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best quality, pricing and terms for materials, components, and machined parts
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (engineering, sales, spare parts, accounting, technicians, leadership, etc.) in a positive, proactive manner; including our parent German company
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manage supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and quality standards are met, providing excellent service
  • Evaluate supplier capabilities, track supplier performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, including cost-savings measures
  • Analyse market trends, monitor industry developments, and identify potential new suppliers, including site visits
  • Prepare purchase orders, review purchase requisitions, and manage procurement documentation in compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Coordinate logistics and shipping activities to ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules
  • Monitor inventory levels and optimize inventory management practices to minimize carrying costs while ensuring uninterrupted supply
  • Responsible for warehouse and inventory levels
  • Ensure accurate collaboration and information exchange with SOMIC Germany, through analysis and reporting of SOMIC US procurement activities
  • Responsible for warehouse AMS related processes to ensure inventory accuracy with technical directive for warehouse employees from the service department

Requirements

  • Preferred Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field
  • Proven experience (3-5 years) in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably within the manufacturing industry
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build effective supplier relationships
  • Proficiency in procurement software and systems, NetSuite experience beneficial
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Can do, positive attitude
  • Ability to speak and read in German would be a plus
  • Confident use of MS Office applications and ERP systems
  • Capable of both independent and collaborative work

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours
  • Exciting and varied activities
  • Pleasant working atmosphere
  • Open, honest, cordial interaction with each other
  • 16 Days of annual PTO
  • 9 Paid Company Holidays
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Health Spending Plan (with Employer contributions)
  • Employer paid Life/AD&D, Short & Long Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life/AD&D – Employee, Spouse, and Children
  • 401K
  • Safety Glasses Allowance (prescription and non-prescription)
  • Safety Boots Allowance
  • Employee Referral Incentives

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