Procurement Analyst

Location: Asunción, Paraguay

CVs only in English

What about us:

Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the global innovator and leading solutions provider of 5G wireless transport. We help operators and other service providers worldwide increase operational efficiency and enhance end customers’ quality of experience with innovative wireless backhaul and fronthaul solutions.

Ceragon’s unique multicore technology and disaggregated approach to wireless transport provides highly reliable, fast to deploy, high-capacity wireless transport for 5G and 4G networks. It enables increased productivity, as well as simple and quick network modernization, positioning Ceragon as a leading solutions provider for the 5G era. Our solutions are deployed by more than 600 service providers, as well as more than 1,600 private networks, in more than 130 countries

Job Summary:

The Buyer (Procurement Specialist) is responsible for managing procurement activities from vendor onboarding to final payment, ensuring an efficient and structured purchasing process. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to multitask, and excellent communication to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.

As part of a customer service-oriented function, the position demands patience, attention to detail, and a solution-driven approach to support procurement operations effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Master Management

·      Keep the existing supplier master updated in accordance with corporate policies regarding contracts, policies and bank accounts.

·      Identify and evaluate potential vendors, ensuring they meet company standards and requirements.

·      Implementation of Supplier Evaluation Metrics. Establish a set of supplier evaluation criteria for supplier performance

Purchase Order Creation and Management:

·      Create and process purchase orders, ensuring they comply with specifications and budget guidelines

·      Tracking and ensuring compliance with approval workflows

·      Tracking of the delivery process of the goods or services to guarantee compliance with the applicant's requirements.

·      Review and validate supplier invoices for purchase orders and delivery receipts, while working closely with Finance to efficiently address payment-related queries or issues.

Record Maintenance:

·      Keep detailed and organized records of procurement activities, including vendor communications and necessary documentation for audits.

·      Ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.

Audit Support:

·      Provide the required documentation and information to support internal and external audits.

·      Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.

·      Maintain organized and accessible records to facilitate the audit process.

·      Prepare and provide records for internal and external audits as required.

·      Monitor compliance with record-keeping policies and procedures to ensure consistency.

Required Skills & Competencies

·      Professional Ethics: Adhering to behaviors and conduct guidelines that promote good work practices.

·      Negotiation: Achieving the best possible agreement in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.

·      Process Adherence: Following and respecting the company's defined processes for each procurement task.

·      Proactivity: Identifying and anticipating situations, proposing feasible solutions, and suggesting process improvements.

·      Communication Skills: Managing interpersonal relationships to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

·      Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.

·      Analytical and Numerical Skills: Excellent analytical and numerical skills.

·      Multitasking Ability: Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently.

·      Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Qualifications:

·      Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field.

·      More than 3 years of verifiable experience in similar roles.

·      High command of English.

·      Mastery of MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and Oracle.