Procurement Specialist

LaSalle Network is partnering with our client, a premier beverage distributor, known for their vast selection and exceptional service. With a strong reputation and a focus on innovation, they provide a diverse range of products to meet customer needs across various markets. They are looking to bring on a skilled Procurement Specialist.

Procurement Specialist Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify potential suppliers, both local and international, that meet the company's needs for quality, price and delivery
• Conduct market research to evaluate new sourcing opportunities and trends, ensuring a diverse and competitive supplier base
• Build and maintain a strategic supplier network to meet current and future business needs
• Conduct thorough evaluations of suppliers, assessing their capabilities, financial stability and compliance with industry standards
• Initiate and manage supplier qualification processes to ensure high standards of quality, service and ethical practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the suitability of suppliers based on project requirements
• Lead the negotiation of contracts, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the company while maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, payment terms and performance guarantees to optimize cost efficiency and mitigate risk
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure all contracts adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements
• Develop and execute supplier contracts, ensuring clarity and compliance with all terms agreed upon
• Monitor contract performance to ensure suppliers meet agreed-upon quality and delivery benchmarks
• Regularly review contracts and suggest renegotiations or amendments based on changing market conditions or internal requirements
• Collect, analyze and report on procurement data, including supplier performance, pricing trends and delivery times
• Use data-driven insights to identify cost-saving opportunities, inefficiencies and areas for improvement
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as supplier reliability, quality compliance and total cost of ownership
• Provide regular reports on procurement activities, including savings, cost avoidance and supplier performance evaluations
• Develop cost models to help identify optimal sourcing strategies and measure the impact of procurement decisions on the company's bottom line
• Leverage analytical tools and software to forecast trends and assess supplier competitiveness
• Recommend and implement process improvements based on data analysis and market intelligence
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure procurement strategies align with business objectives and operational needs
• Stay up-to-date with market conditions, supplier innovations and best practices in sourcing and procurement to maintain a competitive edge

Procurement Specialist Requirements:

• Must have experience in maintaining Ariba Purchase to Pay (P2P) systems. Must have experience in pulling data from ERP systems such as SAP
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with internal customers and external vendors
• Strong cognitive thinking with analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPS, IF Statements and Pivot Tables
• Capable of extracting and analyzing data from company's systems

Thank you for your time and consideration for this Procurement Specialist opening. We look forward to reviewing your resume!

Thank you,

Ryan Schlueter
Project Manager
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

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