Purchasing and Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States KYYBA Full time
Job Overview

Position: Procurement (Purchasing) Specialist

Location: Waukegan Road, IL

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Onsite and Remote)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Familiarize yourself with the Organization's designated purchasing channels and contracting policies for goods and services, guiding requestors to the appropriate buying avenues as identified by the Supplier Management Team.
  • Provide administrative assistance for procurement initiatives and supplier oversight, including contract evaluations, bid summary justifications, and data analysis.
  • Uphold high ethical standards while ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
  • Support the Category Team's strategy by enforcing the supplier preferred network, comprehending Category Team objectives, and sharing expertise with stakeholders.
  • Review and negotiate Statements of Work and other agreements in accordance with established category strategies, ensuring alignment with authorized financial spending levels.
  • Oversee standard Procure-to-Pay contract requests, adhering to established Service Level metrics.
  • Contribute to process efficiency projects aimed at enhancing customer experience within the Procure-to-Pay framework.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement and negotiations, ideally within the Pharmaceutical sector.
  • Experience in Professional Services Procurement is advantageous.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated experience in vendor negotiations.
  • Understanding of contracting within the Indirect Procurement domain, including Statements of Work and Master Agreements.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and manage workload across various projects.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational abilities to coordinate and oversee multiple cross-divisional processes and projects.


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