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Global Vessel and Tank LLC
Procurement Representative
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What they do
A Procurement or Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the goods or services required by an organization, especially tracking overall spend and improving bidding processes. Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships. May also be responsible growing supplier relationships with new and/or existing suppliers.
$107,008 / year median in Louisiana
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Pay DOE. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) offered at no cost to employee. Opportunity to build your retirement fund, just for coming to work! (subject to plan guidelines)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Procurement Representative (PR) - is an individual selected to identify suppliers, research goods and services, process purchase orders and verify delivery items. The PR should be able to critically assess suppliers, products and services and negotiate the best possible deals. The Procurement Representative should maintain a keen sense of business and meticulous transaction records.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assess and organize purchasing of materials needed for operations Coordinate with Director of Procurement to compare suppliers, goods and services to ensure best pricing on all materials Request cost proposals and negotiating contracts and prices. Create purchase orders to company standards File all purchase orders to proper destination on the server if required Get approval on purchase orders where needed Evaluate and coordinate with warehouse manager on inventory items before outsourcing or purchasing Maintain proper inventory levels to avoid over purchasing per max and mins Manage and control arrival of job materials in accordance with job due dates Strategically buy materials to maintain cash flow Coordinate with Facility and Production manager on necessary materials needed on jobs Control and get approval on all shortages needed Get approval on any assets or repairs requiring purchase ordersQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Prefer four-year degree from accredited university; however, job work experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. High School diploma is mandatory. Minimum five years' experience in a relevant domain. Excellent communications skills in English/Spanish (if applicable). Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls. Previous experience as a Purchasing Agent or similar position. Proficient Computer skills. Valid U.S. driver's license.Expected hours:
40.0 - 55.0 per weekBenefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance