27 Jul
Procurement Specialist III
California, Menlopark , 94025 Menlopark USA

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Job Title: Procurement Specialist III

Tax Work Location: Menlo Park, CA The main function of a Procurement Specialist is to lead in determining and managing the procurement strategy and process, identifying and engaging with senior stakeholders. The specialist will oversee the source to pay process and materials/reports for management, as well as provide sourcing and procurement advice to business areas.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and to define and implement the source to pay strategy, plans and processes for procuring goods and services.
  • Approach the business from the account management strategy.
  • Maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of the business drivers and have a comprehensive understanding of how they affect the business strategy.
  • Get a seat at the table with the business to participate in the planning stages of the projects.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on procurement policies, processes and best practice.
  • Assist with escalations.
  • Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key business partners and identify potential new partners.
  • Monitor compliance with the business' source to pay process, acting as an internal consultant for each stage in the process.
  • Keep the business partners informed on all new policies, processes and tool improvements.

Skills:
  • Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and negotiation skills.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Understanding of procurement and sourcing techniques and supply chain management.
  • Experience in procurement/purchasing

Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field

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