Procurement Specialist

ISEE Career Solutions; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global total services provider is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to oversee the development and operations of supply chains for customers. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of procurement experience, ensuring timely identification of product sources and negotiation of costs. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential to foster supplier relationships and achieve gross profit goals. This role supports both customer success and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement or purchasing.
• CPSM or relevant certification preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement related to MRO products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supply chain operations.
• Make purchasing decisions based on customer needs.
• Negotiate costs and terms with suppliers.
• Maintain supplier relationships.
• Report on purchasing results and productivity.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong business acumen

Strong analytic skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Economics, E-Commerce, Engineering

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

The Company is a global total services provider that has expanded its business to include MROs, building/real estate management, construction, and leisure. As a result, it continues to post a high annual growth rate.

Position Overview

Responsible for developing, maintaining, and operating the supply chain for customers.

Responsibilities

• Identify sources for products/services in support of customer requests in a timely manner. Ensure proper product selection, matches, and/or alternatives.
• Make purchasing decisions based on customer needs, market and competitor conditions, product specifications, supplier strategies, regulations, and business policies
• Negotiate costs, terms, and conditions with suppliers
• Provide exceptional customer service by proactively contacting customers to resolve issues and to improve opportunities' success rate
• Maintain and report purchasing results and productivity measurements, including number of quotes completed per day, cycle time, average mark-up, and buy/quote ratio
• Communicate performance expectations and provide qualitative feedback regarding performance of suppliers
• Support gross profit goals by negotiating and controlling product costs, lead times, freight terms, and purchase quantity requirements
• Maintain existing supplier relationships and initiate potential new supplier relationships
• Communicate with HQ abroad (Korea) regarding imported items
• Support team members on products and source inquiries

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; preferred to be in Supply Chain, Logictics, Business, Economics, E-Commerce, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing or related field
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a team environment
• Solid grasp of MS Office/ERP
• CPSM or relevant certification preferred
• Knowledge and experience with procurement/purchasing regarding MRO products preferred