Procurement Specialist

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a highly skilled Contracting Agent to join our team at Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for negotiating contracts with vendors, managing procurement activities, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Negotiate Contracts: Negotiate with vendors to obtain the best possible prices and terms for total cost savings and company best interests.
• Procurement Management: Perform purchasing services for plant expansion and/or MRO (Maintenance/Repair/Operation) work, ensuring the right quality, quantity, and price.
• Proposal Evaluation: Evaluate bidder(s)' proposals, analyzing prices, previous performance, commitments, and financial responsibility to recommend the most advantageous proposal.
• Document Verification: Verify the accuracy of Purchase Orders and/or Contract documentation to properly issue POs/Awards.
• Market Analysis: Evaluate bid responsiveness, vendor(s)' responsibility, and performance by observing and monitoring market conditions and business practices.
• Communication and Collaboration: Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external contacts, including Plant Users, Legal, Accounting, and other stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Education: Four (4) year college degree required.
• Experience: Entry-level or 1 year's experience as a Buyer.
• Skills: Strong Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, knowledge of AS400, detail-oriented, ability to work independently, negotiating skills, problem-solving skills, exceptional teamwork and customer service, and good oral and written communication skills.

Benefits:

• Health Coverage: Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care accounts.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life Insurance: Group term life, dependent, and supplemental life insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Opportunities for education and career growth.
• Work-Life Balance: 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, cash balance, and pension plan.