Couplings Purchasing Agent

At EVRAZ, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

JOB SUMMARY

The Purchasing Agent works to reduce costs while improving services by handling purchasing and procurement activities. Qualified candidates will be results-oriented team players with purchasing experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is Temporary (six months) with the intention of potential full-time capabilities upon further development within the role.

EVRAZ is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment.  It is required for all jobs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Category Manager for couplings in all day-to-day activities
• Learn and master the category strategy for Couplings and facilitate its development
• Work proactively to meet strategic goals for cost reductions and service improvements
• Analyze vendor capabilities versus requirements and research new suppliers
• Evaluate existing suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, supplier’s track record
• Prepare, distribute and analyze requests for proposals for day-to-day items and one to three year contracts; generate summary and send to requester for approvals
• Negotiate, or renegotiate and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives
• Consult with departments across EVRAZ to understand technical specifications, product requirements and inventory demands
• Write and review product specifications, maintaining a working technical knowledge of the goods or services to be purchased
• Confer with staff, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action
• Oversee day to day supplier management and adhering to spend contract
• Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time and in the event of problems trace shipments and follow up undelivered goods
• Produce reports related to vendor activity, contractor headcount, RFPs, contracts and other data relate to procurement activities
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes
• Formulate policies and procedures for bid proposals and procurement of goods and services
• Performs other duties as they might be assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, preferably with a concentration in logistics, engineering, operations and/or supply chain management
• Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) or American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) designation(s) preferred, not required.
• At least 2 years’ purchasing/materials management experience with a focus on manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Proven track record of cost reductions, apply negotiation and commercial analysis skills to achieve strategic purchasing initiatives
• Excellent customer service skills with an ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Familiar with supplier markets and ability to follow cost and technological trends for a variety of products
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and products, preferably in the steel, specialty steel, scrap or related industry an asset
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EVRAZ North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

EVRAZ North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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