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Overview
This intermediate level procurement position is responsible for obtaining goods and services as assigned, and ensuring that quality, cost effective products are delivered in a timely manner. Executes procurement strategies for assigned components.
Qualifications
- B.A. or B.S. in business administration, procurement, operations or related field or five years internal experience with proven performance and product knowledge of assigned components. Technical, metallurgical or engineering background helpful.
- Minimum five years professional experience applying broad knowledge of principals and practices of purchasing or materials management. Exposure to supply chain management, supplier quality systems and sourcing strategy.
- Must have FMC or similar product knowledge. Must have a good understanding of machining and manufacturing processes and be familiar with steel products.
- Must demonstrate strong negotiation skills, planning skills and strong interpersonal skills in order to interact with suppliers and co-workers in a team-based environment. Must have ability to handle multiple tasks, using ingenuity to solve problems, in a high volume environment under general supervision. PC skills including spreadsheet and word processing and MANMAN or similar mainframe experience.
Job Description
- Sources components or services from approved supplier list, evaluates RFQ’s (Request for Quote), negotiates price, quality and delivery, selects supplier and places purchase orders while assuring compliance to Houston and Corporate Operating Procedures, Ethical Code of Conduct, etc.
- Expedites delivery of items by contacting vendors and shippers to ensure that merchandise, supplies and equipment are forwarded on specified shipping date.
- Works with product teams or other procurement staff to generate Request For Quotations (RFQ’s) for new or modified parts. Corresponds with or interviews approved suppliers to obtain price, specifications and delivery information. Analyzes and evaluates quotes to determine vendor selection. Maintains quotations for future reference.
- Develops and maintains supplier relationships on an on-going basis. Tracks and evaluates supplier performance. Manages supplier quality as it relates to their assigned items.
- Identifies and realizes cost savings opportunities to achieve yearly cost reduction targets.
- Identifies and qualifies new suppliers and/or subcontractors pursuant to local Operating Procedures.
- Assists in negotiating contracts with suppliers and/or subcontractors to minimize the liability of FMC. Contracts will address such issues as stocking or consignment programs, unit price, delivery, terms and conditions, etc. Maintains compliance with ESG guidelines.
- May assist Procurement Council as requested in the development and execution of sourcing strategies. May be assigned to consolidate forecast demand and leverage FMC’s buying power. Executes stocking and delivery programs.
- Assists in make/buy evaluations and enters into the manufacturing system.
- Assists other staff members with procurement related activities as assigned.
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