Procurement Adviser

The position plays a critical role in supporting Operational Maintenance, Contracts, Warehouse & Logistics and other business stakeholders by ensuring accurate and timely Procurement of goods and services to a high degree of data integrity in compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will be a Subject Matter Expert in Procurement processes, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring alignment with company policies, risk management protocols and SOX compliance.

• Manage RFQ process including market engagement, vendor identification and negotiation, commercial evaluation and selection
• Procure competitively priced materials, services and equipment to the correct technical specification in an ethical, cost effective and timely manner
• Manage and maintain key relationships with internal customers, functional teams and other stakeholders
• Competent in Supplier Management as appropriate with a focus on problem resolution and improved supplier relationships and performance.
• Validate and be accountable for data accuracy - GLs, account assignment, Material Data, tax codes, links to outline agreements
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to meet business requirements
• Demonstrate competency in PO monitoring and identifying scope of supply discrepancies and pricing mismatches
• Administration and close out of Purchase Orders including changes, disputes and extensions
• Identify, escalate and help resolve PO issues to support timely receipt and payment
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, risk management protocols and SOX controls