EDL · 1 day ago
Procurement Specialist
East Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEDL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. They are seeking a Procurement Specialist responsible for developing procurement strategies, evaluating suppliers, and managing supplier contracts to ensure compliance and efficiency in the procurement function.
EnergyRenewable EnergySustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Responsible for the procurement function for assigned business unit
Develop procurement strategy
Evaluate suppliers
Manages the supplier contracts and preferred suppliers to identify agreements requiring renewal and opportunities for supplier consolidation
Assists EDL personnel to prepare purchase specifications (Scope of Works) for inclusion in contract documents
Interacts with internal customers to understand their “local/operational” requirements and provide accurate information/training about group processes and goals
Assists with training of EDL personnel in the use of the Contract Management system
Adopts fair and ethical conduct in all dealings and comply with all company policies and procedures as amended from time to time and as directed by Managers/Supervisors
Contributes to the continuous improvement of EDL’s Safety Management System and the local area Health and Safety Program and undertake all work in accordance with EDL’s Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures
Actively ensures own health and safety and the health and safety of others through understanding and implementing workplace health and safety obligations
Communicate with site locations regarding purchase requisitions
Reconcile purchase orders and approve variances within limits set by management
Identify and action regular purchases that may become inventory stock
Ensure all documentation related to purchase requisitions is adequate to maintain compliance with EDL’s policies
Develop, implement, and maintain the strategy for efficient purchase order processing, and open order management
Work with key stakeholders to manage open orders by maintaining accurate dates and closing unnecessary purchase orders
Process purchase order variances
Resolve order discrepancies with vendors
Coordinate with outside vendors to provide goods and services to the site by the requested time
Prepare month-end reports as requested by the supervisor
Other duties or projects as assigned by immediate supervisor or management
Support growth initiatives and special projects as requested by the supervisor
Liaise and develop good relationships with internal management, suppliers, and end users
Qualification
Required
Previous Contract Administration/Purchasing experience (5-10 years)
Demonstrated understanding of the concept of customer service in a procurement environment particularly as it applies to EDL
Knowledge of and experience in using ERP systems
Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications including SharePoint at an intermediate level
Analytical skills necessary to effectively review supplier agreements and supplier performance
Working knowledge of supply agreements for goods and services
Knowledge of relevant standards, legislation, guidelines, principles and practices applicable to Procurement policies, OH&S etc. or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire same
Practical experience in purchasing or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire same
Experience in the management of external stakeholder relationships
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and strong customer focus
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and achieve targets
Assertive with strong negotiation and influencing skills ensuring a high level of commercial astuteness and integrity
Minimal travel may be required
Company
EDL
EDL provides sustainable energy solutions and electricity generation through renewable energy, remote energy & waste coal mine gas.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$17.38M2014-07-14Grant· $17.38M
Leadership Team
James Harman
Chief Executive Officer
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