ISL Procurement Specialist

Ergon Terminaling Inc. currently has an opening for a ISL Procurement Specialist.The ISL Procurement Specialist supports operations and asset maintenance purchasing with key suppliers and contractors and works with Ergon procurement personnel to develop strategic purchasing plans for companies in the ISL Business Segment. The Procurement Specialist works closely with engineers and operations managers to manage purchases within SAP's production environment and the Concur platform.   EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in a business-related field is required. Preferably, 3 + years of active work experience in procurement related servicesStrong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills are required.  SPECIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Must be "Team" orientedExceptional negotiation and collaboration skills that will contribute to developing relationships in the marketplaceKnowledge of a variety of office, technical, and maintenance supplies and materials, the best sources, and appropriate prices for the procurement of such goodsReceives, examines and processes requisitions; prepares documents related to the purchase of supplies, materials and equipment; locates source of supply, and places orders with appropriate vendor(s)Familiarity with a variety of the purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures preferably in a refinery or petrochemical environment; familiarity with concepts of Inventory Management and MRP (Materials Requirement Planning) in a manufacturing environment; and familiarity with concepts of Production Planning in a manufacturing environment. Experience using SAP considered a plus.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across a broad spectrum, including both internally within the company and externallyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong attention to detailAbility to multi-task and adapt to a changing environmentAbility to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines.Ability to maintain sensitivity of confidential information  KEY ROLE DUTIES: Responsible for Bid Packages – Work with engineering team members and plant managers to develop bid packages and receive bids from qualified contractors.Negotiate Contractual Agreements - Actively pursues opportunities to implement strategic sourcing solutions focused on reducing ordering redundancies, capturing available discounts, and garnering favored terms. Focuses on improving supplier flexibility, delivery and performanceBuild Vendor Relationships - Identifies, negotiates, establishes and manages collaborative vendor partnerships for fulfilling strategic requirements that yield competitive pricing, favorable lead times and high standards of qualityStandardize Sourcing Procedures - Assists in developing policies, procedures and objectives. Implements a structured approach to procurement planning and execution for consistent application across a broad range of purchases Engage with other Business Units - Monitors existing and seeks information on upcoming requirements with PCR and ESS procurement leads; compiles and analyzes trends in prices and supply of goods and services to best match customer needs with market offeringsResponsible for time-sensitive purchases of critical raw materials, services, and other key supplies, supporting production operations for 50+ geographically dispersed facilitiesReceive and review requisitions in SAP ERP system, analyzing for quantity, specifications, sourcing, and delivery requirements. Develop qualified sources by interviewing and conferring with vendors to obtain product or service information, pricing, availability, and delivery schedules. Generate purchase order and place order with selected qualified vendorPartners with wide array of vendors to achieve 'best value' through most advantageous balance of price, availability, quality and service/deliveryCoordinates with multi-functional team across procure-to-pay spectrum, ensuring timely and accurate ordering, delivery, receipt and invoicingAnalyzes annual spend to find cost savings candidates or other potential strategic efficienciesWorks cross-functionally with requisitioners and other departments such as Engineering, Risk Management, Accounts Payable, etc. to ensure company specifications and requirements are met Follow-up with vendors to ensure delivery schedules and key milestones are achieved. Coordinate any changes with requisitioners and other departments as appropriate to evaluate impactResolves Invoice disputesPerforms all duties in accordance with Ergon's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics PolicyTravel may be involved periodicallyAssist in the procurement efforts of other ISL companiesOther duties as assigned by supervisorErgon offers a competitive benefits package for our operators: 401(k) Matching, Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit SharingErgon is an EEO/AAP Employer.Employment offers contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.Job Reference: ISL Procurement Specialist  Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.

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