Procurement Analyst

McInnis Cement; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

VCNA St Marys is seeking a procurement administrator to support the procurement team with purchasing and communications with vendors and accounts payable. You will process orders, track statuses, and help ensure on-time payments within terms, while supporting KPI tracking and bid coordination.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, strong MS Office skills, and knowledge of procurement processes in a construction-related environment. Hybrid work options may be offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Knowledge of Supply Chain, Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Vendor Relationships.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders via the procurement system (Coupa and SAP).
• Manage inquiries, expediting and status reviews; coordinate with AP for timely payments.
• Support KPI maintenance and procurement process improvements.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Microsoft Office

Supply Chain

Construction industry knowledge

Procurement processes

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University

Tools

Coupa

SAP

Job description

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We are VCNA St Marys part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new, and you're invited to be part of it.

Summary/Job Scope

This person will be supporting the procurement area on the administrative related tasks. They will work closely with procurement and operations teams, to facilitate the communication with vendors and accounts payable.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders via the procurement system (coupa and SAP), manage inquiries, expediting and status reviews, work closely with our AP department to ensure vendors receive payments on time and within the payment terms
• Support the maintenance of Departmental (KPI's) key performance indicators
• Preparation and coordination of all aspects of bidding process for RF's (e.g. Request for Proposal, Request for Information, Request for Quote).
• Responsible for ensuring vendor communication and vendor performance is adhered to Operations requirements
• Support development and maintenance of procurement processes and procedures between all stakeholders in the business (Operations, Procurement, and Accounts Payable).
• Manage and support regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g. Spend Analysis, Client Relationships, and Supplier Performance)
• Manage reporting of Procurement performance metrics
• Reconcile invoices to purchase order to ensure correct pricing /quantity
• Proactively communicate with staff and suppliers regarding agreements, PO's, ordering, pricing, service level compliance, product availability, policy/guidelines and resolving related purchasing issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from an accredited College or University and/or three to five years related experience and/or training/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have extensive Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Vendor Relationships, as well as accounting terms and concepts and maintenance operations.
• Understanding of concrete/construction industry will be preferred.
• Awareness of procurement processes, accounts payables, and receiving functions will be preferred
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• A flexible and adaptable team player who is service oriented
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with superior organizational and analytical abilities

Note

This job description may not cover all duties and requirements and may include additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more

• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
• Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, which fosters mentorship, leadership development and community support for women at VCNA
• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• Fertility drug coverage
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up
• Hybrid work model for certain positions

Salary Range: $70,000 - $78,000

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!