Associate Procurement Professional

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JOB PURPOSE:

• To provide procurement support to RISM Asia Fab category procurement manager on all purchasing, logistics and material related matters, including but not limited purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost, price analyses and contract/purchase order generation.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provides support to Commodity Buyers in different regions of Aisa and Category Procurement Manager on all purchasing, logistics and material related matters. This includes long term planning with suppliers on a worldwide basis (supplier alliance), participating as a member/leader of commodity teams, Business Teams, Cost Owner Teams, analyzing/resolving quality problems (internal/external, inbound/outbound), interfacing with corporate and other facilities on matters related to computer systems, providing guidance and support for salaried and hourly personnel.
• Developing improvement plans to support buyers & professionals related to Response Time, Lean Targets Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to enable optimal and efficient operations. Performing analysis and maintenance of assigned processes that produce output excellence, builds expertise for the assign process area, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Supporting customers and customer proposal efforts with pricing information and supplier selection. Performing analytical and administrative tasks in support of purchasing strategic initiatives.
• Researches information and develops long term business plans with suppliers based on price, delivery and quality. Studies and evaluates recommendations on such things as shrinking supplier base, working with suppliers on improving their manufacturability, reviewing supplier history and recommending improvements, etc. Provides feedback to Commodity Buyers and Procurement Manager who are responsible for price negotiations with supplier and ultimate negotiation of contract.
• Develops and implements plans to reduce costs including purchased, worked and delivered material. Studies and makes recommendations on reducing inventory levels. Contributes to increased efficiency of procurement activities by recommending improved tools and processes and works with Information Services on system changes/ enhancements.
• Incumbent participates in the NPI process and makes recommendations on when new product should be introduced, what changes can be made to existing or new product being designed to lower costs, ways to increase quality and responsiveness to customers, etc. Develops common objectives supporting Product Group cost, quality and on-time introduction of NPI
• Provides supervisory responsibilities in absence of Procurement managers.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience desired. Requires knowledge of and previous experience in supply chain, logistics and purchasing activities. Preferred fabrication related work experience.
• Must have knowledge of corporate/division policies and procedures and the various systems involved. Must have good team participation skills.
• Must have skills and/or abilities of Data-driven Decision Making, Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Project Management.
• Must good English language capability.
• Preferred skillful on EXCEL, POWER BI and/or other data analysis tools.
• Preferred familiar with procurement process and system.

Detail Skill Descriptors

Data-driven Decision Making: Knowledge of the data-driven decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to gather and analyze data to make organizational decisions that align with strategic business objectives and goals.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Applies an assigned technique for data-driven thinking in a Decision-Making process.

• Discerns between "signal" and "noise" when interpreting data.

• Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.

• Participates in the process of choosing KPIs and metrics to influence decisions.

• Utilizes the basic data collection and evaluation tools and techniques.

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.

• Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.

• Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.

• Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.

• Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.

• Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.

• Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.

• Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Provides input for Gantt or PERT charts or their equivalent to track project progress and status.

• Under guidance, plans and estimates simple projects.

• Assists in detailed project plans including cost, schedule, and resource requirements.

• Obtains information from stakeholders during the planning stage of a project.

• Produces standard project status reports.

Procurement: Knowledge of buying and procurement; ability to work with organizational strategies and practices, and use tools for buying goods, supplies, equipment and services needed to conduct business.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Identifies the major steps and critical paths in a purchasing cycle.

• Explains the basic concepts and responsibilities of institutional purchasing.

• Describes the major types of materials, products or services purchased by the organization.

• Identifies the basic tools used for maintaining procurement information and records.

Knowledge of a Specific Procurement System: Knowledge of the features, functions and operations of a specific procurement system; ability to develop and use tools, techniques, and practices for a specific procurement application.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Uses the system to process routine purchase orders and payments.

• Communicates with professionals to understand various procedures for a specific procurement system within the organization.

• Troubleshoots common applications or data problems for a specific procurement system.

• Uses software to monitor the status and shipment of orders.

• Maintains inspection records, photographs, and important documentation of procurement system.

Purchasing Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of policies, regulations and processes of purchasing; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Identifies the basic tools used for maintaining procurement information.

• Identifies major types of products or services purchased by the organization.

• Explains the basic concepts and responsibilities of purchasing tasks and activities.

• Describes established procurement processes and standards.

Logistics Management: Knowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials; ability to understand, predict and control the movement of goods, materials and supplies.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance.

• Works with logistics in a domestic environment.

• Maintains records of all shipments and invoices using an established system.

• Assists in the development of process flows to track lead time by activity.

• Participates in integrating logistics processes and developing effective networks.

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