Senior Procurement Specialist

As a global leader in Stainless Steel, were seeking a dynamic Senior Procurement Specialist to be part of our Procurement team in Calvert, North Mobile County, Alabama.

This position works in a hybrid model, requiring 2-3 days per week onsite.

Objective: You will support and drive the successful procurement of strategic commodities and services, in alignment with the organizations operating and overall strategic plans. This position will own and lead strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories, delivering measurable value through cost optimization, risk mitigation, innovation, and supplier performance improvement. This role operates with high autonomy and is accountable for developing and executing sourcing strategies aligned to business objectives.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree; preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related business field; MBA or other relevant certifications a plus
• 5+ years experience in Purchasing; experience in steel manufacturing industry preferred
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process utilizing an ERP System (SAP preferred).
• Strong understanding of Procurement and negotiation strategies and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts in order to provide concise commercial recommendations to management
• Demonstrates ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet critical timelines with limited advance notice or oversight

Competencies and Skills:

• Ability to listen and challenge conventional thinking.
• Good analytical capabilities
• Performance-oriented and innovative
• Data Dexterity (must possess deep analytic skills and the ability to learn and persuade leaders to make decisions backed by data)
• Strong Integrity and Ethics
• Collaboration/Team Player
• Relentless Drive for Improvement
• Project Management

Some of the key activities you will be responsible for:

• Identify, develop and implement strategic and transformative initiatives for assigned commodities and services to optimize costs and create long-term value for the company; focusing on market opportunities, innovations and partnerships to increase efficiency, savings and innovation.
• Ensure all interactions and activities are in compliance with established company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with internal customers and suppliers to develop strategic plans to reduce cost, improve sustainability and provide product improvement.
• Develop, execute, and evaluate responses to RFI/RFP/RFQs to deliver strategic, data-driven sourcing recommendations to Procurement upper management and internal business partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Research and analyze the dynamics of market driven commodities to determine buying patterns and effectively communicate potential problems and opportunities; while also demonstrating agility during extreme economic situations involving supply constraints to ensure consistency of supply is maintained.
• Awareness and understanding of geopolitical activities and impacts, global supply market trends, economics and best practice sourcing.
• Utilize creative and successful negotiating strategies that will maximize the organizations opportunity for total cost of ownership from its suppliers and minimize potential operational interruptions due to lack of supplies/services or other supplier issues.
• Maintaining consistent follow-up and active communications with Senior Procurement Manager - Strategic Sourcing.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and regularly monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with agreements and prompt resolution to issues.
• Create and deliver compelling presentations to stakeholders, showcasing procurement strategies, market analysis, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Other miscellaneous responsibilities, include but are not limited to: Writing/editing Standard Operating Procedures, contract life cycle management, improvement of processes/internal controls, etc.

Salary Range: US $101,900 to $140,100

What we offer:

• 10 paid observed holidays plus 2 additional floating holidays to use at your discretion. 80 hours of paid time off annually, prorated based on hire date.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 100% company match on the first 6% of your contributions
• Medical coverage with HDHP and PPO plan options featuring affordable premiums and deductibles
• Employer HSA contribution of $1,000 (individual) or $2,000 (family) for team members enrolled in the HDHP plan
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employer paid Group Life and AD&D insurance equal to 2½ times annual salary, with optional Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage
• Voluntary benefits, including Aflac supplemental plans, Aura Identity and Fraud protection, and Legal Insurance
• Employer paid wellness programs, including Calm Health, Hinge Health, and Lark

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-281-3631 or email humanresources.sl-usa@outokumpu.com.