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REPORTS TO: Strategic Sourcing Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

JOB SUMMARY: Provides support to the procurement function by collecting and compiling material, pricing and supplier information ascertained through online research.

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Using material lists as point of reference, conducts online searches to locate needed material, pricing data and supplier information.
* Identifies and contacts competitive supplier sources.
* Identifies and prepares appropriate documentation needed for requesting quotes from suppliers; executes the requests.
* Evaluates supplier response. Documents and communicates findings.
* Assures production needs are met

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

* High school diploma/GED. College course-work in a related field preferred.
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Ability to listen and understand needs and requirements and communicate to suppliers
* Ability to maintain professional relationships with vendors and co-workers

* Computer-literate in all Microsoft applications; intermediate knowledge of Excel (V-lookup and pivot table experience preferred).
* Knowledge of internet searching
* Strong organization skills
* Basic negotiation skills preferred.
* Flexible, process-oriented, customer service-driven problem solver with strong reasoning skills, who is a self-starter and a team player, energized by a changing, fast-paced environment
* Ability to understand basic legal terms and technical terms and principles
* Ability to maintain confidential information
* Ability to think creatively

TOOLS: Computer, telephone, and other basic office equipment

DIRECTION EXERCISED: N/A

LIAISES WITH: All departments, contractors and suppliers as required