Procurement jobs in United States

The Procurement Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing and buying of materials, parts, supplies and equipment. The role ensures cost-effective sourcing, timely delivery, and compliance with internal and external policies, directly impacting the success and cost-effective delivery of the project.

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for all procurement categories supporting construction of new facility for on-time delivery.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure service reliability and cost competitiveness.

Contract Negotiation & Management

• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and vendors to achieve favorable terms.
• Evaluate and negotiate contract terms on pricing and product quality.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with agreed SLA (Service Level Agreement)’s.

Cost Optimization

• Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved service delivery.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure procurement activities adhere to legal and ethical standards, including supplier due diligence.
• Maintain documentation and records for audits and quality assurance.

Team & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Coordinate SCK procurement and SSCK project team for procurement related activities to ensure project delivery on time.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, PM, and finance to align procurement activities with project needs.
• Co-ordinate with suppliers and site supervisors for delivery, track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Manage and mentor any junior procurement staff or coordinators.
• Handle overseas shipment, prepare packing list to project team and ensure correct quantity is received on site.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Preparation and processing of purchase orders according to technical and engineering specification
• Drive procurement process improvements and automation where feasible.
• Perform data entry on incoming materials and conduct verification of delivery order, purchase order and other documentation for finance processing.
• Maintain good PO system and have periodic system update in terms of supplier, price, product etc.
• Provide regular reports on procurement performance, savings achieved, and supplier performance.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience managing multi-million-dollar procurement budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage procurement for multiple simultaneous projects with tight deadlines.
• Deep understanding of procurement processes, contract law, and vendor management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.