Procurement Lead

Company Profile

Hanley Energy is a globally recognized innovator in mission critical power and energy efficient technologies with United States headquarters based in Ashburn, Virginia with regional offices in Worthington, Ohio and Boardman, Oregon. We also have a global presence in Ireland, Australia, Germany, South Africa and the Nordics.

We specialize in the design, source, supply, install and commissioning of critical power and energy management solutions - from the power grid all the way to the factory process equipment and Data Center IT rack - coupled with comprehensive service and maintenance, security, consulting and training.

Our approach is to develop partnerships with clients, ensuring excellent delivery coupled with cost-effective technology solutions. In this way, we help our clients to reduce energy costs, ensure 100% up-time and optimize their operational competitiveness.

The Role:

Support the US Procurement team by ensuring effective operations and ways of working for Hanley Energy’s procurement processes, activities, and the supply of products, components & services. Responsibilities include working effectively as part of the Global Procurement team, finding best value, high levels of service and appropriate quality, in line with the Procurement Policy and Strategy.

Responsibilities:

Lead Procurement Specialist responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Respond to procurement related questions and inquiries from local and global team members and others; provide information and guidance
• Effectively engage with and manage suppliers in line with the Procurement Policy
• Support the implementation of policies and procedures for collecting and reporting key metrics that will reduce our overall expenses while increasing productivity
• Review orders against supplier quotes, purchase requisitions, and other communications for accuracy regarding agreed price, mode of shipping, and requested delivery time
• Evaluate purchase requisitions, generate purchase orders, obtain tracking and goods received information, and manage open purchase orders in SAP
• Follow up and expedite orders whenever necessary to assure minimal disruption in operations
• Assist with investigating issues, resolving, and improving functions of procurement, delivery, contract administration, and vendor performance
• Communicate professionally with management, vendors, and team members at all times
• Work within the supply chain to support the warehouse and logistics
• Perform administrative duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to work cohesively with your team
• Must be able to effectively multitask
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess good decision-making ability

Education and Experience:

• 4 years of experience in procurement required
• SAP experience preferred
• Smartsheet experience preferred