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Description

The successful candidate will:

Purchase Materials and Services on behalf of KSPC  100% of focus
Process orders in SAP (MM) which may include ad hoc requisitions, outline agreements, purchases from material number info records, and source lists
Prioritizes work based on criticality and time-based requirements
Bundle purchasing needs to support standardized buying activities that can lead to economies of scale, based on the direction of the Senior Procurement Specialist
Purchasing and scheduling of materials, raw materials, spares and operating supplies as well as services
Document supplier performance including corrective action for suppliers as required and follow up on improvement needs
Manage risks and opportunities related to the portfolio and work through escalated issues with suppliers as necessary
Manage assigned purchase requirements using a risk based approach
Work proactively to meet strategic targets for cost savings
Analyze vendor capabilities versus requirements and research new suppliers
Evaluate existing suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and supplier's track record

Qualifying requirements for this role:

-Minimum 3 years experience
-College Diploma or University degree in Business, Accounting, Purchasing or related field
-Certification preferred, including one of Supply Chain Certification., SCM Diploma, SCMP Designation, or equivalent
-SAP MM and Ariba experience is a benefit
-Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing principles including the ability to research, analyze, negotiate, and close various types of purchase efforts within the guidelines of good business and ethical practices