Specialist 3 - Procurement

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Job Summary

Responsible for the overall purchasing and planning of critical materials, equipment and services, typically focusing on a specific commodity or product line. Studies market trends, evaluates suppliers for reliability and complies with company standards. Develops new and "best in class" supply sources at the lowest cost while being consistent with considerations of quality and reliability. Coordinates all purchasing activities ensuring inventory is maintained at planned levels. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Purchase and plan for capital materials needed to support engineering projects, cable plant maintenance and extensions, customer installations, office equipment and supplies, equipment repairs and any other business needs for the company.
• Resolve procurement problems and issues, including invoice discrepancies with accounts payable and/or suppliers, obtainment Proof of Deliveries (POD) to confirm receipt of purchased material, Request Return Material Authorization (RMA) approval upon request and receiving discrepancies with suppliers. Educate internal customers or product recall, revisions and discontinuations.
• Manage and oversee all communication on material issues that pertain to a specific product line.
• Meet with supplier representation teams to review annual business plan and discuss material requirements.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities to ensure the highest performance levels are met to support the company's material requirements.
• Lead strategic planning of inventory and project related material with planning coordinators, supervisors and managers.
• Initiate Requests for Quotation (RFQ) & Requests for Proposal (RFP) from approved suppliers (especially new vendors/diverse vendors) to achieve optimal cost savings.
• Notify vendors of long term materials needs, forecasting stocking and shipping programs to support installation and plant related projects.
• Expedite and determine solutions for back ordered material.
• Expedite shipments with vendors to meet project schedules.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

• Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
• Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
• Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
• Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
• Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
• Drive results and growth.
• Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
• Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

• This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Skills

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Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relative Work Experience

5-7 Years

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