Procurement Buyer

QTS Data Centers; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Buyer to join its dynamic team. This role is pivotal in transforming procurement processes and enhancing value through strategic engagement with internal stakeholders. You will leverage your expertise in procurement systems and analytical skills to drive efficiencies and support cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication and critical thinking abilities. Join this innovative firm and contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Sourcing/Procurement/Supply-Chain.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement functions and strategies to maximize cost savings.
• Assist in maintaining digital vendor catalogs and onboarding suppliers.

Skills

Procurement Systems Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Operations or Finance

Tools

Ariba

Coupa

Oracle

Workday

Job description

The Procurement Buyer is a vital member of the Procurement organization, currently in the process of large-scale transformation to support a rapidly growing organization. The candidate selected will play a key role in assisting to transform the Buyer role and value proposition of Procurement through active, positive engagement with internal stakeholders across all departments of the company. Procurement Buyers are subject matter experts on how procurement systems work and their corresponding processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned

• Support the Procurement organization through completion of procurement functions utilizing various enterprise system
• Review, modify and approve purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Assist Category Sourcing in the execution of business / service contracts
• Strengthen the Procurement organization by collaboratively identifying and implementing improved processes that deliver value while reducing risk and achieving high compliance standards
• Support procurement strategies to maximize cost savings and minimize risk by helping guide employees toward appropriate buying channels (e.g. VARs, vendors with rebate programs)
• Assist in the maintenance and implementation of digital vendor catalogs in procurement systems, ensuring proper usage, user access, and pricing
• Drive efficiencies by assisting with the onboarding and support of suppliers related to purchase order information, shipping and receiving inquiries, and self-submittal of invoices
• Act as a data steward with regard to procurement and inventory data, ensuring necessary information for meaningful data analysis from procurement systems
• Establish efficient and repeatable data cleansing and classification capabilities
• Perform research and analysis using relevant systems and Microsoft Excel, transforming raw data into information to be used for executive level business decisions
• Aid company employees with ad-hoc research and reporting of vendor spend, shipping and return inquiries, and invoice management
• Support supplier savings tracking and business updates
• Partner with Accounts Payable department, suppliers, and various internal teams to ensure timely resolution of payment obligations
• Provide support for special projects, including vendor audit, reporting, and research
• Assist company employees with understanding and adhering to the global procurement process, including system usage, policies, and helping navigate the approval process
• Create and maintain educational documentation for dissemination to internal and external audiences on process, policy and procurement system usage
• Serve as a liaison between the Procurement organization and internal user departments

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Operations or Finance
• Two or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain
• Experience with procurement systems (Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, Workday, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider)
• Experience in change management or process / systems training
• Experience with Workday and Oracle

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience with procurement / spend systems data and analysis
• Demonstrates critical thinking, reasoning skills, and strong attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Strong analytical skills
• Inquisitive in nature
• Ability to apply change management and consulting skills / knowledge and expertise
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Strategic thinker, high degree of business acumen and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders
• Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems
• Self-motivated and goal driven

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes : medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here :

The pay transparency policy is available here :

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.