Strategic Procurement Lead (Hybrid)

Akkodis; Urbana (OH); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K plan

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Procurement Specialist for Urbana, OH on a hybrid schedule. You will manage procurement and purchasing activities, leading strategic sourcing and coordinating with stakeholders to optimize costs and ensure a resilient supply chain.

The role reports to the Procurement Manager and guides a team of buyers and coordinators. Requires 1–3 years in procurement, with onsite work for the first 90 days and flexible remote options thereafter.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in procurement and project management.
• Proven track record of managing complex procurement projects.
• Knowledge of procurement strategies, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and supplier diversity.
• Oversee and manage complex procurement projects from initiation to completion, including supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and delivery, ensuring project goals are met within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Provide guidance to a team of procurement professionals, including buyers, purchasing agents, and coordinators, ensuring the successful execution of procurement projects.
• Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain, addressing concerns and resolving issues.
• Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations, compliance standards, and internal policies, maintaining accurate and organized records.
• Establish and enforce quality control standards in procurement processes, conducting regular inspections and performance assessments.
• Leverage technology solutions, such as procurement software and analytics, to enhance procurement processes, monitoring, and reporting.

Skills

Procurement

Project management

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Data analytics

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Procurement Specialist for Urbana, OH on a hybrid schedule. You will manage procurement and purchasing activities, leading strategic sourcing and coordinating with stakeholders to optimize costs and ensure a resilient supply chain.

The role reports to the Procurement Manager and guides a team of buyers and coordinators. Requires 1–3 years in procurement, with onsite work for the first 90 days and flexible remote options thereafter.