We are seeking a Procurement Analyst for our First Quality Tissue SE facility located in Anderson, SC. This position requires an individual with a superb skill set that excels in service to internal customers, is a team player, demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, and can build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Beyond the technical qualifications of the position, it is important that the individual demonstrates a character with strong family values and a willingness to build a solid working relationship with others with hands-on ownership. The key to this position will be an understanding and experience of sourcing and order management processes and the ability to enact the sourcing process with cross functional teams.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Confirms pricing aligns with negotiated terms and requests quotes for new or non-contract items
- Negotiates some commercial terms
- Primary focus on Indirect Procurement needs, some Spare Parts
- Reviews quotes, requisitions, and purchase orders for accuracy and conformance with established policies, procedures, and expectations
- Converts requisitions to purchase orders and confirms deliveries with suppliers
- Expedites delivery of orders, follows up on late deliveries, tracks and follows up on backorders, and makes special arrangements for delivery
- Works with suppliers and internal customers to resolve invoice discrepancies
- Assesses risks to supply and works to mitigate
- Works cross-functionally on continuous improvement activities and project support
- Investigate and evaluate new sources of supply for MRO parts/services
- Works with team to maintain systems with accurate part numbers, pricing, and suppliers to ensure efficient processes
- Establishes and maintains effective communications and partnerships with suppliers
- Leverage supplier base for more favorable pricing
- Trains new hires
- Other duties as requested
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
- BS in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain or related field preferred
- 3+ years Procurement/Purchasing experience preferred
- Solid computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook with SAP and Infor proficiency a plus
- Good communication and facilitation skills
- Must be customer-focused, team-oriented, self-motivated, and results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency
First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.
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What We Do
First Quality was founded over 30 years ago and has grown to become a diversified family of companies with over 4,000 employees. Manufacturing Adult Incontinence Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, Adult Washcloths, and Consumer Paper Products, we serve institutional and retail markets throughout the world. Our trusted, household brands include Prevail®, Cuties®, Plenty®, Panda®, and Incognito®
Our facilities operate independently to maintain focus on the markets they serve, but benefit from being a part of the First Quality family of companies. We may be spread out across 9 locations and 2 countries, but we are one team! With our focus on innovation, technology, and sustainability, we strive to create the best products that stand out and make a real difference in people’s lives without ever sacrificing quality for affordability.
If advanced technology, innovative thinking, and a passion for challenging the status quo excite you, come join our team at First Quality! When you look at one of our job listings what you’ll find is an opportunity: to meet teams who challenge each other to improve, encounter leaders who empower you to experiment, and discover work that inspires you. As a new employee in our FQ family your training begins day one and continues throughout your career as you learn and grow with our organization. Be part of making things better – apply today to join our team at www.firstquality.com/join-us!
