Procurement Specialist, Buyer

DSV – Global Transport and LogisticsAt DSV, our purpose is to keep customers’ supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. Our vision is to create long-term, sustainable growth and value for our customers, employees, shareholders and society.Close to 150,000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services.As a global leader, our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy.Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.Location: USA - Mesa, W. Southern AveDivision: SolutionsJob Posting Title: Procurement Specialist, BuyerTime Type: Full TimeSummaryThe Procurement Specialist, Buyer is responsible for managing all procurement requirements for assigned Suppliers. The position requires the Buyer to perform difficult and complex technical duties related to the procurement of equipment, parts, and services. The Buyer also prepares and analyzes quotes and negotiates pricing options.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesWorks with Site Leadership in developing a strong understanding of client business and associated needsUtilizes negotiations for best practice to reduce costs, lead times and quality for existing materialsPlans quoting strategies for targeting new vendors and expansion of current vendor’s volumeManages supplier relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services that meet the quality, service and price performance standards of the companyQuarterly review of assigned Suppliers’ performance utilizing the Supplier Scorecard Program and the Supplier Risk ProgramQuarterly meetings with key vendors to discuss scorecards and future business directionMaintains supplier database information including supplier set-up and updates as requiredFollowing internal procedures, communicates any material problems and researches solutions to prevent supply issues, including but not limited to finding alternate sourcesManages the day-to-day business relationship with key suppliers through supporting activities including the following:Negotiates with vendor for quote pricing and lead timesSubmits orders to selected vendorExpedites to ensure adherence to inventory guidelinesCommunicates the demand/ volume/ delivery time changes to Inventory Planning staffResolves all material issuesFollows up on backordersInitiates bid/quote process for new businessIdentifies vendor bases to be targetedCommunicates with potential vendors and current vendors via email, teleconferences, etc.Establishes partnerships, while developing a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilitiesSearches new vendor opportunities via internet, sourcing sites, catalogs, communications with site tool owners and engineers through our site plannersPerforms bid analysis comparison to determine which vendors are awarded the businessDetermines recommended vendors and strategies for implementationWorks closely with Finance to expedite receiving and AP processes. Resolves any discrepancies with invoices or material receiptsRuns reports and exports to excel from ERP system. Reviews and analyzes data and responds accordingly.Daily zero bin/high risk report to determine if any parts are going to run out of stock (zero bin) or are going to put us at risk of running out of stock based on anticipated usage (high risk) and expedite accordingly.Daily open order report to make sure all purchase orders have confirmations, that orders needing additional information are updated, and that pricing and lead times are correctDaily supply delays for all orders that have not been received by their promised due date, investigates and brings it to closure.Weekly mismatched goods received vouchersQuarterly Fail-On-Install (FOI) for scorecardsQuarterly on time delivery (OTD) for scorecardsReviews daily reports for urgent…

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