What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Procurement Specialist position at Sibanye Stillwater?
Temporary Procurement Specialist
Location: Columbus, MT
Schedule:
5x2, 4x3 - 9-hour days
Remote - Hybrid
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; Managing inventory re-ordering, processing direct charge orders from Operations personnel, soliciting vendor quotations and accurate information to secure orders and service agreements in accordance with Sibanye Stillwater-approved Purchasing Policies and Procedures. This position is expected to last 3 months but could be longer due to business needs. This is not a permanent position.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Effective planning and scheduling skills.
- Strong negotiating skills
- Computer competency in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, and Excel)
- Experience with JD Edwards or other MRP/ERP Systems
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Competitive Analysis
- Cost Analysis
- Cost Avoidance
- Ability to negotiate pricing and other terms of purchase consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need
- Expedite and ensure the timely delivery and receipt of materials
- Work with other departments to recommend new suppliers, issue requisitions and analyze proposals
- Negotiate and process vendor contracts for materials
- Interface with Accounting and Warehousing on problem resolution
Preferred:
- Independent work habits
- B.S. in a relevant discipline (preferred)
Education & Experience
- Minimum of 2 years relevant purchasing experience and a high school degree or GED equivalent
Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.