Purchase Specialist

About This Role

This role involves implementing procurement strategies, coordinating the acquisition of local goods and services to support cement plant operations. It focuses on maintaining supplier relationships, executing contracts, and optimizing cost and performance within assigned product lines.

Responsibilities

• Build strong business relationships with local management to anticipate procurement needs and take appropriate action
• Identify cost-saving opportunities in conjunction with operations
• Ensure procurement policies and procedures are followed by end users
• Conduct RFx processes in line with procurement policies
• Track and report procurement performance using KPIs
• Support local operations with goods and services agreements for equipment and parts
• Demonstrate commitment to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments

Requirements

• 5+ years of procurement experience, including category management, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Experience in contract writing and strategic sourcing processes
• Ability to understand technical aspects of products from a procurement perspective
• Strong computer skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred in Business, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 5+ years of procurement experience

Nice to Have

• SAP experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits