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L3HHCM20

Associate, Procurement

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Associate, Procurement Job Code: 43918 Job Location: Huntsville, AL Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees ... You will send requests for (information/proposal/quote) to suppliers, analyze responses, justify ...

L3HHCM20

Associate, Procurement

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Associate, Procurement Job Code: 43844 Job Location: Huntsville, AL Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees ... You will send requests for (information/proposal/quote) to suppliers, analyze responses, justify ...

L3HHCM20

Senior Associate, Procurement

Montgomery, AL · On-site

Job Title: Sr. Associate, Procurement Job Code: 43813 Job Location: Remote Job Schedule : 9/80 ... analysis, purchase order placement, order administration, and closeout. The role follows ...

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Peraton

Procurement Specialist

Huntsville, AL

$66K - $106K/yr

Min of 7 years with an Associates, Minimum of 3 years with master's degree; 0 years with a PhD ... Experience in collecting and analyzing data. * Strong leadership capabilities. * Ability to work ...

Peraton

Procurement Specialist

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Min of 7 years with an Associates, Minimum of 3 years with master's degree; 0 years with a PhD ... Experience in collecting and analyzing data. * Strong leadership capabilities. * Ability to work ...

Peraton

Procurement Specialist

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Min of 7 years with an Associates, Minimum of 3 years with master's degree; 0 years with a PhD ... Experience in collecting and analyzing data. * Strong leadership capabilities. * Ability to work ...

Faith Technologies

Procurement Agent II

Opelika, AL · On-site

Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or relevant trade/industry technical program ... Elementary knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis. * Performs calculations, comparing ...

AtkinsRéalis

Chief Procurement Manager

Vestavia Hills, AL · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

... management) or an Associate Degree. * 15+ years of experience in contract and procurement ... Analytical approach to address process flow issues and tasks. * Pharmaceutical industry experience ...

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What is a procurement analyst associate?

Procurement Analyst Associates are entry- to mid-level professionals who assist organizations in acquiring goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively. They analyze procurement data, monitor supplier performance, support contract negotiations, and help ensure compliance with company policies and regulations. Their role often involves working with various departments to identify purchasing needs, conducting market research, and preparing reports to inform strategic sourcing decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a procurement analyst associate?

To thrive as a Procurement Analyst Associate, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software (such as SAP Ariba or Oracle Procurement) and proficiency in Excel are typically required, along with knowledge of relevant procurement processes and regulations. Effective communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help you build relationships with vendors and support collaborative decision-making. These abilities ensure efficient purchasing operations, cost savings, and compliance with organizational policies.

What are some typical challenges a procurement analyst associate might face during supplier evaluation and how can they be managed?

Procurement Analyst Associates often encounter challenges such as incomplete supplier data, rapidly changing market prices, and varying quality standards during supplier evaluation. These issues can be managed by developing strong relationships with suppliers to encourage transparency, utilizing procurement software for accurate data analysis, and staying updated on industry trends. Regular collaboration with cross-functional teams like legal, finance, and operations is also crucial to ensure all evaluation criteria are met and risks are minimized.

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Associate, Procurement

L3HHCM20

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Associate, Procurement  

Job Code: 43918

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off  

Job Description:  

As a new graduate in the procurement role, you will assist in maintaining strategic alliances and partnerships established by the Purchasing organization. You will send requests for (information/proposal/quote) to suppliers, analyze responses, justify procurements, and place purchase orders. Your role includes streamlining the order fulfillment process to ensure supplier quality and timely delivery that meet performance metrics. You will facilitate strong communication with vendors, understand and apply the company's "Terms and Conditions," and ensure compliance with corporate policies. Additionally, you will help assess supplier capabilities and participate in risk assessments, escalating issues to management and recommending appropriate actions 

Essential Functions:  

  • Procure material, equipment, supplies, services, and commodity products 

  • Evaluate cost and analyze supplier bids to attain best overall value  

  • Negotiate price, delivery and quality of products/services and determine supplier selections  

  • Track all Purchase Orders through reports, work matched exceptions, open commitments, receiving discrepancies, returns, supplier discrepancies, and problem reports/supplier corrective action responses. Interface with receiving and accounting to resolve issues  

  • Manage supplier relationship through the acquisition process  

  • Confer with suppliers to determine factors that affect competitive total cost of ownership consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Evaluate root cause and corrective action with suppliers on late delivery performance  

  • Interpret FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws, rules and regulations regarding import/export control certifications and licenses  

Some things to include if needed / depending on the role:  

  • Travel requirements with an estimated % or quantitative amount  

  • Valid Driver's License  

  • Ability to complete physical tasks  

Qualifications:  To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Operations Management, General Business Management, Business Administration or related field or have completed their bachelor's degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.  

Preferred Additional Skills:  

  • Experience in Supply Chain principles and concepts, spend management tools, purchasing insight into buying and selling principles, negotiations, awareness of different contract types, financial and quantitative analytical skills, commodity management, supplier and performance measurement tools, and exposure to sourcing process  

  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma 

 

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