Procurement Representative

Responsibilities

• • Responsible for procurement of the assigned raw materials, goods or services while utilizing negotiations, employing market knowledge to obtain best pricing and best supply situation for Eastman
• Processes and documents all Procure-to-Pay transactions in an efficient and accurate manner by working with the Sourcing Managers, Accounts Payable and key stakeholders in the plant
• Obtain and analyze pricing bids, spot buys, and quotes to determine proper sourcing of indirect materials, and/or services
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and exercise a high degree of independent judgment to manage vendor relationships
• Identify and implement cost savings and avoidance opportunities without impacting service levels
• Work to minimize the total cost of transactions.
• Initiate set up process for new vendors.
• Resolve blocked invoice issues.

Qualifications

• • Bachelors degree in supply chain preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of procurement experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to forge and collaborate with internal customer/external supplier relationships.
• Understanding of contracts and commercial terms
• Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing and basic understanding of supply chain management
• Expertise in SAP and/or SAP-Ariba data processing systems preferred
• Ability to comply with existing/quickly adapt to new processes within the organization; Adaptive to change, uncertain circumstances, embraces challenges
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in team environment and demonstrate leadership
• Negotiation skills
• Comfortable with conflict