Supply Chain Specialist I - ICM

POSITION PURPOSE:

In office position.  Supports the Aftermarket Services group and be responsible for the sourcing and delivery of a portfolio of equipment and services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: 

1. Procure specialized industrial and manufacturing material, equipment, and services. 

1. Appraise vendors for quality of product and service. 

1. Request quotes and prepare bid packages for Aftermarket team. 

1. Negotiate service provisions and prices. 

1. Analyze and evaluate proposals; select or recommend vendors. Participate as member of Procurement team to discuss best practices across the organization. 

1. Create Master Supply Agreement; seek approval on legal documents. 

1. Negotiate Terms & Conditions within a contractual framework. 

1. Administer purchase orders and input information into business operations software.  Upkeep expected and actual delivery dates.   

1. Ensure timely delivery of goods and services.   Verify delivery through vendor provided tracking information and approve vendor invoices for payment. 

1. Interface with various levels of management in other functional departments as needed (i.e. Project Management, Engineering, Logistics, Contracts Management, Quality, Inventory Management and Manufacturing). 

1. Communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external company customer contacts, maintaining effective customer relationships. 

1. Coordinate Supplier Program, including but not limited to purchase order administration, program reviews, expediting delivery, invoice corrections, trade agreements and vendor performance evaluations. 

1. Contribute actively to the completion of organizational projects and goals. 

1. Utilize formal processes and tools to manage information in a timely and accurate manner. 

Education/Certification:                      

• Bachelor degree in relevant discipline required                                               

Required Knowledge & Experience:                       

• 1-3 years’ experience in supply chain required
• Must have knowledge of supply chain management practices and general knowledge of industry best practices
• Must possess proficient computer skills and familiarity with MS Office products; ability to use various business operations software to manage information
• Ability to read blueprints and demonstrated performance is preferred