Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist Job Id: 14077 City: Cary, North Carolina, United States Department: Procurement and Sourcing Function: SCM Employee Type: Permanent Full Time Seniority Level: Associate Description: about upl: UPL (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070, LSE: UPLL) is focused on emerging as a premier global provider of total crop solutions designed to secure the world’s long-term food supply. Winning farmers hearts across the globe, while leading the way with innovative products and services that make agriculture sustainable, UPL is the fastest growing company in the industry. Our successes in the field add up to powerful financials. UPL delivers results from protecting crops that translate into attractive investor value. Based on the recognition that humankind is one community, UPL’s overarching commitment is to improve areas of its presence, workplace and customer engagement . please visit upl-ltd.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Our purpose is ‘ OpenAg’. An agriculture network that feeds sustainable growth for all. No limits, no borders . (EOE) Equal opportunity employer statement: UPL provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants irrespective of their race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, in every location in which the company has facilities, UPL complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. UPL also reinforces EEO through its Corporate Business Principles and Code of Business Conduct. JOB SUMMARY: Based in Cary, NC and reporting directly to the Procurement Lead, NA, the Procurement Specialist is responsible for identifying key suppliers of raw materials, negotiating the company’s purchasing agreements and ensuring that all materials and products meet company specifications. The Procurement Specialist also handles indirect purchases and interfaces closely with the Planning, Manufacturing, and Kingstree, SC plant. The ideal candidate is cost prudent and researches and evaluates suppliers and analyzes price proposals with detail and overall seeks cost savings for UPL by standardization of materials and vendor bundling. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Utilize outstanding negotiation skills to create value add with regard to pricing, payment and incoterms for non-contracted raw materials based on the prescribed requirements detailed in the purchasing file or IVALUA purchase requisition(s). Executes purchase orders to meet all delivery and specification requirements. Maintains and updates all purchase order and vendor requirements in company planning tool system. Solicits suppliers, requests bids, negotiates price, and implement arrangements for materials and services needed. Closely manage system data (pricing, lead times, dates, etc.) to ensure accuracy and monitor orders to ensure vendor commitments and/or expedite needs are fulfilled. Attend meetings and update planning and production teams on issues or concerns, when there is a risk which could prevent the organization meeting internal and external customer demands. Clear communication to the Planning and Production teams pertaining to delivery requirements to meet production schedules. Prepares & presents monthly dashboard & recommendation reports for supply chain. Manage vendors for quality, service, price, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and packaging consultant to establish material specification sheet for all materials purchased. Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BS/BA in Su…

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