Purchasing Agent Material Analyst (PAMA), I, II, III or IV jobs in United States
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Georgia Transmission ยท 1 day ago

Purchasing Agent Material Analyst (PAMA), I, II, III or IV

Georgia Transmission Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Agent Material Analyst (PAMA) to procure commodities and support supply chain activities. The role involves planning, negotiating, and managing inventory and materials while ensuring compliance with company policies and achieving departmental goals.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Procures pre-assigned commodities from available sources at the best possible value consistent with company policies and procedures
Works directly with other PAMAs responsible for beginning-to-end planning and procuring of inventory and maintenance materials
Assist other team members as necessary
Supports the complete supply chain activities for assigned commodities, using sound business practices and ethics
Meets departmental goals in areas of material price reduction; supplier on-time delivery of quality material; inventory optimization, utilization, and accuracy; customer support & satisfaction
The position includes analysis of material needs and availability, negotiation/bid/purchase of materials, delivery interface, invoice problem resolution, and order close-out; requires strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to successfully interface with technical personnel, and proficiency in all aspects of the procurement process
The position requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills, and the ability to proactively determine the best course of action in problem-solving
Must have extensive Microsoft Excel computer skills; be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and other procurement application software and reporting software
Must keep abreast of industry competitive situations and alternative supply sources and cost trends
PAMA I works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks
PAMA II works under close supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks
PAMA III & IV works independently under general supervision. Will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks while following standard procedures and written instructions
May orient, train, assign, and check the work of lower-level employees
Identifies and sources suppliers for required materials, negotiating favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules in line with company objectives
Regularly review and propose improvements to standard terms and conditions to ensure they meet evolving business needs and legal requirements

Qualification

ProcurementMaterials PlanningSupply Chain ManagementAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordNegotiationMulti-taskingLawson SoftwareMS SharePointReporting SoftwareCPSM CertificationCSCP CertificationCPIM CertificationCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailWork Ethic

Required

Four-year degree. Emphasis in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Materials preferred
PAMA I - Zero (0) to two (2) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry
PAMA II - Three (3) to five (5) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry
PAMA III - Six (6) to eight (8) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry
PAMA IV - Eight (8) years of procurement and materials planning, preferably in the utility industry
PAMA I - Five (5) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management
PAMA II - Eight (8) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management
PAMA III - Ten (10) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management
PAMA IV - Twelve (12) years in the Supply Chain profession with a focus on inventory management, procurement, and materials planning and management
Willingness to pursue ISM CPSM and/or APICS CSCP, CPIM when eligible is desirable
MS Excel and Suite of office products, MS SharePoint, Lawson software a plus

Preferred

Certifications: (PAMA, II, III, IV) ISM CPSM and/or APICS CSCP, CPIM preferred

Company

Georgia Transmission

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Georgia Transmission is a not-for-profit electric cooperative that plans, builds and maintains more than 5,000 miles of high-voltage power lines and more than 780 substations for 38 member-owned Electric Membership Cooperatives (EMCs) in local communities.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Barbara Hampton
President and CEO
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