Procurement Specialist

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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 Supply Chain, Business or related field 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning environments, purchasing raw materials, packaging materials, 
equipment, and supplies with demonstrated success in negotiating optimal pricing terms and working on teams
• Preferred areas of specialization in Agriculture or Chemical industry 
• Working knowledge of SAP with a high proficiency in Microsoft Office is required 
• CPM or APICS certification, preferred. 
• Ability to respond to the changing needs of the business with agility; identify and champion new ideas for improvement and 
growth. 
• Good communication skills that include listening and presenting information in a logical and articulate manner appropriate 
for the audience.
• Strong negotiation skills. Ability to confer with others to reach resolution. Ability to explore alternatives and positions to 
reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties
• Brings high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability and track record of managing complex sourcing/procurement 
projects.