Procurement Specialist

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We have partnered with a Fortune 500 chemical manufacturing business located within Galveston County. The Procurement Specialist role is chartered to deliver positive results to the business and its' stakeholders by: evaluating the supply base to select suppliers to achieve lowest total cost of ownership; administer contracts that eliminate potential risks & liabilities to the Company; meeting internal customer requirements by providing the right material/service at the right time to facilitate plant safety & reliability.

Responsibilities

• Deputize for Procurement Manager when necessary
• Commercial management of key Site agreements.
• Network with the global procurement organization and other business units to maximize volume leverage.
• Ensure that security of supply for goods and services are maintained safely, to the correct technical specification and on schedule to meet operational requirements.
• Provide expert advice on procurement related risks, including in depth market knowledge both commercial and technical to all procurement customers.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure best commercial terms for the business.
• Identify and recommend new suppliers to the businesses that can offer a commercial or technical advantage to mitigate project or asset schedule risks.

Requirements

• Level of Education & Knowledge:
• BS or BA Undergraduate Degree Supply Chain or Business Management
• Requires a minimum of 10 - 12 years of experience.
• Experience in positions requiring knowledge of Procurement and Supply Chain.
• Experience in a petrochemical, refining and/or manufacturing environment in a Technical or Business position is required.
• Experience with SAP Materials Management Module - requires a minimum of 5-7 years.
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification preferred.

TEC Group International is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.