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Senior Procurement Specialist (Projects)
Startec Compression & Process Solutions is a thriving privately owned company headquartered in Calgary that produces custom mission-critical compression and refrigeration systems for a variety of industries. Startec devotes its industry-leading expertise in refrigeration & compression technologies to solve its clients’ most technically challenging needs. We create reliable solutions for extreme operating conditions and provide exceptional service, which is a cornerstone of our business.
BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT:
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http://www.profileperformancesystem.com/survey.html?SL=58783
REPORTS TO:
Supply Chain Manager, Compression & Process
SUMMARY :
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the procurement of commodities, supplies, equipment, and services to be used in a fabrication environment. The procurement specialist coordinates their efforts with manufacturing, engineering, project management, and production staff to support the production schedule and maintain the appropriate inventory level. Work collaboratively and support the sales/applications department during the client bidding stage. This individual will utilize expert knowledge to purchase goods and services that meet quality requirements and specifications at the most favorable price for the company, while simultaneously building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Prepares and issues purchase orders in accordance with company policy, project SCM procedures and contractual terms and conditions
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Orders materials and services as per negotiated and approved agreements
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Reviews all invoices relating to the purchase of major equipment and services
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Provides recommendations on continuous improvement opportunities
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Contributes towards the achievement of personal and departmental goals.
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Establish, track and evaluate costs, benefits, and performance criteria for procurement and inventory control activities
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Management of inventory in ERP: Reservations, Transfers, Returns
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Identify vendors of materials, equipment, or services
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Review and process claims against suppliers
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Establish delivery schedules, monitor progress, and contact suppliers to resolve issues
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Maintain an extensive database for all orders that are up to date and provides information for analysis and reporting
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Research and survey buying markets in order to source the most optimal suppliers, in accordance with corporate objectives
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Prepare and administer RFx documents
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Define RFx evaluation criteria and prepare Recommendations to Award
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Advise departments and business units of the lead time required to obtain products or services
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Make alternate arrangements in the event of shortages or delayed deliveries to minimize the impact on the organization
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Support and mentor team members to enhance and/or develop skills
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
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Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or similar designation
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Working experience in the fabrication/assembly or service industry is preferred
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ERP user experience, specifically in Navison (NAV)
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Experience with reading and understanding AutoCAD drawings is preferred
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Post-Secondary Education or 4 years relevant experience
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7+ years progressive experience in an procurement role
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Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
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Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
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Exceptional oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders
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Strong writing skills for creating reports, correspondence, RFx, contracts & other documentation
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Knowledge of the appropriate tools for grading, analyzing, and assessing materials, equipment, supplies, services, and other commodities
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Strong analytical and interpretive skills
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Work experience in international purchasing preferred
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Demonstrated work experience of successful JIT management is preferred
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Knowledge of local and global markets for the industry
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Excellent time management organizational, and prioritization skills
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Microsoft Windows operating systems; Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
We offer competitive wages, training, flexible, dynamic, and exciting work environment.
We thank you for your application and interest in our organization. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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