Procurement Analyst (Sourcing)

Department:  Procurement
Job Code:

SUMMARY

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for following the company’s procurement policy and fulfilling demand, price negotiation, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, and working on cost down projects.

JOB DUTIES

• Sourcing
  • Research and keep updated on industry standards, including crucial cost drivers affecting contracted pricing.
  • Develop and define specifications for the different procurement methodologies: qualified bid, the best value, professional service, construction, request for proposal, and request for qualifications.
  • Perform and oversee tasks related to overall contract strategy agreement, administration, maintenance, indirect material, and management of active contracts, and compile statistical data to facilitate current and future contract planning.
  • Oversee contract compliance and vendor performance for contract award.
  • Assess and report the material impact due to any disaster.
  • Analyze risk assessments on current and or potential contracts and agreements.
  • Coordinate RMA issues and work with the supplier to get RMA compensation if needed.
  • Support additional demand requests from AOI TW and CN.
• Supplier Management
  • Evaluate current supplier performance quarterly.
  • Oversee supplier relationships for raw material suppliers and indirect material suppliers.
  • Analyze current risk management and maintain valid NDA records for all raw material suppliers.
  • Responsible for informing and collecting company compliance requirements from suppliers.
  • Perform risk assessments on current and or potential contracts and agreements.
  • Responsible for preparing and reviewing existing and or new contracts, invoices, and negotiation terms.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline from an accredited institution

EXPERIENCE 

• Minimum 2 years of experience in supplier management or strategic sourcing is required.

OTHERS

• Knowledge of Six Sigma and SAP is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and advanced MS Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Sorting, Adding filter, etc.) is required
• Strong data analysis skills and be able to solve the problem based on critical thinking
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively across all business levels and functions
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a team

LOCATION

•  Houston, TX