Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing Specialist

ADP, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MU Aqua Engineering Inc. is expanding its U.S. operations and seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage supplier sourcing, purchasing activities, cost control, and vendor management.

The role emphasizes negotiating favorable terms, monitoring delivery schedules, and identifying cost-saving opportunities while ensuring materials meet project needs. Ideal candidates have procurement or supply chain experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and are proficient with Excel and ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in supply chain/procurement or related field.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier management preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills essential.
• Familiar with purchase orders, purchasing processes and supplier coordination.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP or purchasing systems; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and supplier management: identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Purchasing process: manage requisition to delivery; issue POs; ensure timely deliveries.
• Cost management: analyze market trends; develop procurement strategies; track supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Excel

ERP systems

Purchasing

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Tools

ERP software

Purchasing systems

Job description

MU Aqua Engineering Inc. is expanding its U.S. operations and seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage supplier sourcing, purchasing activities, cost control, and vendor management.

The role emphasizes negotiating favorable terms, monitoring delivery schedules, and identifying cost-saving opportunities while ensuring materials meet project needs. Ideal candidates have procurement or supply chain experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and are proficient with Excel and ERP