Procurement and Value Optimization Specialist

2 weeks ago


Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States Diamond Mowers Full time
Procurement and Value Optimization Specialist

As a pivotal member of the Supply Chain team, the Procurement and Value Optimization Specialist plays a crucial role in fostering relationships and building trust among diverse stakeholders, including operations, supply chain, parts sales, engineering, and vendors. This strategic position is responsible for implementing the value optimization process, which encompasses data collection, analysis, cross-functional team collaboration, decision-making facilitation, and result monitoring. Additionally, this role involves developing, training, documenting, and maintaining the entire Engineering Change Order (ECO) process, ensuring accountability among contributors for successful execution.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Exhibit exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
  2. Comprehend the implications of procurement strategies on various business dimensions.
  3. Establish and implement the value optimization process.
  4. Achieve annual budgeted cost savings objectives.
  5. Enhance and deploy the value optimization framework.
  6. Facilitate vendor quotes, Requests for Information (RFI), and Requests for Proposals (RFP).
  7. Act as a neutral facilitator among engineering, operations, and procurement teams.
  8. Gather, assess, and present insights to decision-makers regarding procurement and vendor choices.
  9. Collaborate with purchasing and engineering teams to meet established savings targets.
  10. Serve as the gatekeeper for the Item Master, ensuring accurate item setup prior to production use.
Identify and rectify instances of incomplete or erroneous data.
  1. Coordinate product changes across various plant areas, ensuring accurate effective dates in the MRP system for successful product implementation.
  2. Understand the structure and maintenance processes of the Bill of Materials (BoM) and all operational integration points within the ERP system.
Qualifications:
  • Preferred background in engineering or related degree.
  • Experience in Operations Management or relevant fields is essential.
  • Detail-oriented with strong data analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to quickly grasp concepts and learn software systems efficiently.
Company Values:

CUSTOMER FOCUSED
  • Commitment to exceeding customer expectations is paramount.
  • Strive to be a world-class organization and a trusted partner.
  • Engage with empathy and support to drive success for customers and team members.
ACCOUNTABILITY
  • Take responsibility for commitments and expectations.
  • Learn from failures and implement necessary changes.
  • Act with integrity in all actions.
  • Be open to feedback and provide constructive insights.
TEAM PLAYER
  • Emphasize teamwork and clear communication for success.
  • Provide and seek constructive feedback, collaborating respectfully with peers.
SAFETY
  • Prioritize safety in all decision-making processes.
  • Invest proactively in safe solutions and practices.
GRIT
  • Demonstrate passion, determination, and a strong work ethic to overcome challenges.
  • Maintain resilience in difficult situations to achieve industry-leading results.
Diamond Mowers is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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