FTI · 5 months ago
Excellerate Procurement Agent II - Must reside in the El Paso, TX area
KS - Olathe
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFaith Technologies is a leading company in construction, engineering, manufacturing, and renewable energy. The Procurement Agent II is responsible for providing procurement support from quotation to delivery, ensuring excellent customer service to project management and field personnel while managing material and equipment deliveries.
Construction
Responsibilities
Proactively communicates issues/concerns/delays/opportunities to the appropriate stakeholders
Proactively resolves material/supplier issues that pose potential disruption, escalation, or risk to projects/relationships
Aware of self, demonstrates ability to read nonverbal communication and adjust communication style accordingly
Escalates issues appropriately. Organizationally sensitive when involving relevant resources and/or stakeholders
Demonstrates proven problem-solving skills and techniques that preserve relationships, that lead toward resolution
Applies Purchasing/trade material knowledge to each transaction
Prepares purchase orders using established purchasing procedures
Works with customers to establish clear bill of materials with appropriate specifications for materials to be purchased
Participates in project start-up meetings
Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service skills to internal and external customers
Expedites supplier shipments, deliveries, and/or pickups as appropriate
Applies contract pricing to purchase materials (or make recommendations)
Elementary knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis
Performs calculations, comparing the costs of alternative options
Utilizes FTI PO/ERP systems to complete required tasks
Sets requirements, executes PO's and consults in managing inventory levels
Provides effective or innovative solutions to problems
Basic knowledge of Six Sigma and or problem-solving methodologies
Basic knowledge of ERP systems, Procure to Pay functionality and proper process sequences
Communicates effectively to internal and external stakeholders, verbally and in writing
Applies training to daily work tasks
Negotiates and obtains quotes for materials and rental equipment
Able to assist in translating negotiation outcomes into supplier agreements/contracts
Prepares preliminary data analysis to support negotiation preparation
Comfortable participating in selective external negotiations
Visits stakeholder projects, represents the Procurement function to Operations
Effectively negotiates with internal/external stakeholders
Gains trust quickly of other parties to the negotiations
Demonstrates an ability to control and documents negotiated agreements
Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence
Understands the reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures and demonstrates willingness to suggest changes/modifications
Regularly seeks out the appropriate individuals outside the department as needed to complete work and build informal networks
Has an awareness of the cultures within the organization
Asks questions before acting in unfamiliar territory
Gets things done through formal channels
Applies continuous improvement concepts to overcome obstacles in area of responsibility
Gathers appropriate data with supervisor guidance
Uses standard problem-solving techniques that can include common sense and cause and effect analysis
Is resourceful; knows different processes, how/where to get information and when to ask for help
Solves defined problems where precedents exist, and cause affect are readily identified
Can explain the rational or thought process behind own decisions
Begins to apply innovative approaches to solving problems
Uses analytics instead of personal bias to solve problems
Can explain the rational or thought process behind team decisions
Solutions provide positive effects on business results
Proficiently performs tasks within established process and guidelines
Utilizes metrics to identify adherence to established processes
Assists in the development of solutions to improve existing processes
Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner
Assists in the onboarding of PAI’s to aid in their success and professional development
Willingly accepts new assignments and responsibility for results
Meets daily deadlines and goals on-time and to the satisfaction of their customer
Gets work done efficiently and effectively
Understands corporate/department objectives and priorities
Works and collaborates effectively with others to achieve results
Track record with successful small to medium projects
Links end goals and results to company scorecards and strategy
Identifies opportunities for improvement and takes initiative to pursue solutions
Integrated with other functional groups/customers as a key member of the project team. Shares in the project success and or initiative KPI's
May be asked to shadow/mentor entry level Procurement Agents to increase their proficiency in a results driven organization
Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhere to the company's core values) and an adoption of professional standards. Understands both corporate and department strategies and how to positively support them through their individual efforts
Helps others in the creative thinking and brainstorming process
Helps develop and implement relevant corporate/department strategy
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or relevant trade/industry technical program
2-5 years of Purchasing/Buying experience in electrical industry or other relevant business
Proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite
Basic knowledge of the electrical construction trade
Basic knowledge of purchasing procedures, processes, and practices
Benefits
Competitive, merit-based compensation
Career path development
Flexible and robust benefits package
Industry-leading benefits
Company
FTI
Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Jansen
CEO & Chairman of the Board
Michael Richart
Chief Business Officer, Executive Vice President
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