Procurement Planner (2015)

Aramco Americas Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramco Americas Company is seeking a procurement professional to plan the procurement cycle, procure basic goods and services, and maximize cost savings through negotiation and project management. The role involves controlling supply chain flows, managing materials, and executing procurement contracts per SCMM standards.

The candidate should have a SCM-related degree, professional certifications (CPSM/CSCP/CPIM desirable), strong analytical skills, and proficient business software abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Purchasing, Materials Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Computer Science, MIS or closely related Degrees.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) by ISM or CSCP by APICS; with one (1) each desirable.
• CPIM by APICS is desirable; equivalent certifications from ISM/APICS/CIPS acceptable.
• Good working knowledge of sources of supply and the suitability of materials.
• Ability to analyze factors, monitor market conditions, and make sound recommendations.
• Proficient with business software applications.

Responsibilities

• Writes procurement plans and reviews/awards recommendations after management approval.
• Conducts negotiation meetings and uses cost analysis and price indices to maximize value with suppliers.
• Evaluates total cost of acquisition and ownership for materials and services.
• Processes requisitions into procurement instruments to supply cost-efficient goods and services per requirements and SCMM rules.
• Engages in strategic sourcing to reduce total supply chain costs.
• Performs trade compliance activities to ensure supplier input for trade reviews.
• Supports procurement-related tasks under P&L direction and suggests procedure improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Proficient with business software

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field

CPSM (ISM) certification

CSCP (APICS) certification

CPIM (APICS) certification

Job description

OVERVIEW:

Plans the procurement cycle, procures basic goods and services, and maximizes cost savings and cost avoidance efforts by utilizing negotiation skills and effective project management. Controls the supply chain management flows of goods and services to end-users, provides materials management services, executes procurement agreements and stand‑alone procurement administration, and all other activities associated with the assigned commodity at the Material Services Group (MSG) or Procurement Group (PG) level and as per the Supply Chain Management Manual (SCMM) Authority Table.

SCOPE:

Serves Saudi Aramco (SAO) customers worldwide and Aramco Services Company (AACO) and subsidiaries in North America.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Writes procurement plans, reviews and awards recommendations subsequent to approval by the management of the Company.
• Conduct negotiation meetings and uses cost analysis and different commodity price indices to maximize value out of the negotiation with suppliers, manufacturers, and agreement holders.
• Evaluates the lowest total cost of acquisition and ownership for materials and services.
• Processes requisitions into procurement instruments in order to supply cost‑efficient value‑added goods and services according to requirement date, customer requirements, and engineering and inspection requirements within the assigned MSG, PG or Service Supply Group (SSG) as per the financial authority in the Supply Chain Management Manual (SCMM) including Trade Compliance procedures.
• Engages in strategic sourcing activities within the assigned MSG(s) and PG(s) to provide supply management of goods and services from sources of manufacture that lower the total supply chain costs to the company.
• Engages in trade compliance activities within the assigned MSG(s) and PG(s) to ensure suppliers input for all commodity subject for trade compliance review as per SCMM.
• Supports company initiatives with procurement related tasks under the direction of P&L management. Recommends procedure improvement changes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management (SCM), Purchasing, Materials Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Computer Science, MIS or closely related Degrees.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) by APICS; with one (1) each being desirable.
• Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM) by APICS is desirable. Equivalent certifications from the ISM, APICS or CIPS are acceptable.
• Good working knowledge of sources of supply and the suitability of materials.
• Ability to analyze various factors, be alert to shifting conditions in the marketplace, and use good judgement to make sound recommendations and decisions.
• Proficient with business software applications.
• Typically, at least four (4) years of related Procurement experience, normally serving in a support capacity.
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate accurately, clearly and concisely in English.

NO THIRD-PARTY CANDIDATES ACCEPTED