Procurement Specialist

Job Description

<ul><li>Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions</li><li>Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements</li><li>Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns</li><li>Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings</li><li>Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies</li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Requirements</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Proven work experience as a Procurement Specialist or similar role</li><li>Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills</li><li>Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing and resource planning systems</li><li>A bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management or a similar field preferred</li></ul>