Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Management
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to meet business needs.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
- Monitor supplier performance and address issues to maintain service standards.
- Conduct due diligence on new and existing partners to safeguard the company’s reputation.
Contract and Negotiation Management
- Prepare and manage RFQs, proposals, purchase orders, and agreements.
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions to drive favorable outcomes.
- Ensure all legal and contractual documents (NDAs, MSAs, and insurance certificates) are properly executed and compliant.
Quality and Compliance
- Inspect purchased items and address any quality concerns.
- Ensure procurement processes align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Strategic Sourcing and Analysis
- Analyze market trends to support strategic sourcing decisions.
- Lead procurement strategies for Direct Marketing Expense (DME) categories.
- Develop and implement centralized procurement policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement or a related role.
- Strong understanding of procurement strategies and best practices.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement/resource planning software.