Procurement Specialist

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Faribault, MN, USA
In-Office
24-36 Hourly
Senior level
Information Technology • Logistics • Professional Services • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Manages purchasing activities, purchase orders, inventory controls, supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, demand forecasting, vendor performance, and procurement process improvements. The role collaborates with internal teams, resolves order discrepancies, identifies cost-saving opportunities, and maintains accurate procurement records while meeting deadlines and safety requirements.
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Company Overview

Circet USA is a leading provider of telecommunications and data center infrastructure services in North America, and we’re looking for talented professionals to join our team. We deliver comprehensive engineering, construction, and network solutions that support the evolving connectivity and infrastructure needs of our customers.

With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we partner with major telecom providers, cloud service providers, general contractors, data center operators, and utilities to design and deliver customized solutions that solve complex challenges. At Circet USA, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, contribute to critical infrastructure projects, and help shape the future of connectivity. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Summary:        This position is responsible for managing day-to-day purchasing activities, including procuring material, managing inventory, negotiating pricing, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:


  • Review purchase requests and generate purchase orders.
  • Develop and impletement inventory controls to optimize stock levels, minimize carrying costs, and reduce overstock.
  • Manage inquiries regarding the status of purchase orders and resolve discrepancies such as quantity, order multiples, and pricing.
  • Maintain material catalog and identify cost saving opputunties through pricing and sourcing review.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement priorities and develop demand forecasts based on historical data, upcoming projects and market trends.
  • Identify suppliers, negotiate contracts and maintain supplier relationships, and analyze vendor performance.
  • Identify inefficiencies in procurement process and propose and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Performs other duties as requested by Procurement Manager 


SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance to:
  • Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
  • Industry Consensus Standards
  • Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual
Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and/or QUALIFICATIONS


Bachlor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management or related field is preferred.  5 years experience as a Procurement Associate or similar role required.  Must have a strong sense of customer service & urgency & be able to consistently meet deadlines.  Must have the ability to communicate & negotiate effectively with suppliers and internal teams.  Must be detail-oriented and consistently produce accurate work.  Must possess sound decision making, multi tasking, problem solving and computer skills.  Data manipulation skills via Excel, Access and other system tools or applications.


Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disabled.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Pay Range in the United States: $24-$36 based upon geography, skills, and experience. May also be eligible for performance incentive opportunity based on company and individual goals and performance.

Skills Required

  • Five years of experience as a Procurement Associate or in a similar role
  • Strong customer service skills and sense of urgency
  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines
  • Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams
  • Ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers and internal teams
  • Detail-oriented with consistent accuracy
  • Sound decision-making skills
  • Multitasking skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Computer skills
  • Data manipulation skills using Excel, Access, and other system tools or applications
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or a related field
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The Company
2,659 Employees
Year Founded: 1973

What We Do

Circet USA and KGPCo provide telecommunications infrastructure, network integration, and supply-chain services across North America. Circet USA designs, builds, upgrades, and maintains fiber, wireless, data-center, and other connectivity infrastructure. KGPCo supplies network materials and electronics while delivering product integration, provisioning, warehousing, fulfillment, transportation management, distribution, and systems-integration programs for communications providers, cable operators, enterprises, and utilities, supporting network builds at scale.

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