Procurement Buyer II

Key Responsibilities:

Project Procurement Management Planning & Strategy Development

• Develop and/or assist with Strategic Sourcing plans and objectives (short & long term) based on forecasts of future demand and taking into account economic and currency trends and conditions that affect GSM, the business, and the global commodity sourced.
• Apply a thorough understanding of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model, including cost of acquisition, use/administration, maintenance, transaction processing, and disposal of a given item or service.
• Develop and use Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) by subdividing major project deliverables (from contract documents, scope of work, and historical contract data) into smaller, more manageable work packages.
• Ensure well-developed Statements of Work (SOW) to provide clarity and accountability.
• Understand and apply funding stage-gate processes to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Identify risks and develop comprehensive risk management plans to mitigate them.

Bid & Tender Process

• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for capital equipment, services, and facilities.
• Lead pre-bid and post-award reviews and execute Decision Analysis to facilitate supplier selection and optimal procurement decisions.

Contracts & Contract Administration

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Contract Language, Business Law, and the Uniform Commercial Code.
• Manage various contract types, including:
  • Firm Fixed Price
  • Lump Sum
  • Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
  • Turnkey
  • Cost-Plus Fixed Fee
  • Time & Material
  • Unit Price
  • Shared Savings Contracts
• Define and monitor performance schedules, ensuring sufficient detail to track critical milestones and assess project progress.
• Ensure scope is delivered as agreed and meets the required levels of performance and quality.
• Ensure both parties adhere to the conditions of the contract.
• Ensure relationships between parties remain open, constructive, and collaborative.
• Lead the full lifecycle of Contract Management, including contract planning, tendering (RFP/RFQ processes), statements of work, and overall project plans (scope, risk, procurement, quality, schedule, cost, and safety management).

Required Qualifications:

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in engineering, Technology, Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, or a related field. Will accept no degree with applicable experience 10 years.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Capital Sourcing, Contract Administration, Procurement, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Project Procurement Management experience, including planning and project development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
• Experience in capital-intensive industries (e.g., manufacturing, energy, construction, industrial operations).
• Proficiency with procurement tools such as SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement, Coupa, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Demonstrated experience leading sourcing activities for medium to large capital projects.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and supplier relationship management skills.