Procurement Systems Specialist - REMOTE

Ryder

Des Moines, IA(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Billing, Business Administration, Business Processes, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Life Insurance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Materials Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Office Equipment, Onboarding, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Peer-to-Peer Architecture, People Management, Prescription Drugs, Problem Solving Skills, Procure to Pay/Purchase to Pay (P2P), Procurement Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance Methodology, Rentals, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), System Operations, System Test, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, User Documentation, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), VMS Operating System, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Des Moines, IA
POSTED
Today

SummaryThe Procurement Systems Specialist provides operational and analytical support for Ryder's Procure‑to‑Pay (P2P) and Vendor Management platforms. This role serves as a knowledgeable resource to internal stakeholders and suppliers, evaluating business processes, identifying systemic risks and inefficiencies, and working with senior team members in recommending solutions that improve operational effectiveness, compliance, and financial controls. The position is responsible for supporting the analysis of complex system and process issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supplier management functions.Essential FunctionsAnalyze and monitor end‑to‑end P2P and vendor management workflows to identify systemic issues, control gaps, and process inefficiencies, and work with senior team resources to develop recommendations to improve accuracy, efficiency, and user experience. Evaluate trends in system usage, inquiries, and recurring issues to determine root causes and propose corrective actions. Serve as a subject‑matter resource to internal stakeholders by providing guidance on procurement systems, vendor enablement, and policy interpretation.Administer and support designated Blanket Purchase Order (BPO) programs for office equipment leases and with contracted uniform rental and cleaning services across multiple field locations. Review and analyze monthly supplier billings to identify material variances, assess financial impact, and escalate findings and recommendations.Participate in cross‑functional discussions related to system enhancements, testing initiatives, and process governance, providing input that influences design and implementation decisions.Contribute to onboarding and training programs, identifying training gaps and recommending improvements based on operational analysis.Update and maintain user guides, SOPs, and reference materials, ensuring alignment with business policies and system controls.Additional ResponsibilitiesOther duties as assignedSkills and AbilitiesDemonstrates problem solving skills and ability to independently decide on appropriate course of action to bring issue to resolution, RequiredAbility to work independently and as a member of a team, RequiredAbility to effectively communicate technical information to end users in business terms., RequiredTechnical writing: Ability to document issues in a knowledge article for future referencing, PreferredAbility to learn new systems and business process quickly. Must be able to learn quickly and provide support and training to the end user community, RequiredAbility to create and maintain professional relations: Position is required to provide support and interact with users at all levels of the organization in a professional manner (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors, etc.), RequiredQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business Administration or equivalent, Required1 year or more in Procurement Systems (specific to Workday and VNDLY) and/or Information Technology, Required1 year or more in Facilitating training remotely through Teams or similar platform, RequiredKnowledge of P2P or VMS applications, such as Workday or VNDLY Intermediate, RequiredKnowledge of Microsoft Excel or equivalent Intermediate, RequiredMicrosoft Office Word, Power Point or equivalent Beginner, PreferredKnowledge of procurement and sourcing concepts Beginner, PreferredKnowledge of Accounting and Finance concepts Beginner, PreferredJob CategoryProcurementCompensation InformationPay Type: SalariedMinimum Pay Range: $64,000.00Maximum Pay Range: $66,000.00Benefits InformationRyder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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