
Procurement Specialist
Xylem
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Colorado • Florida • United States
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About the role
- Identify and source products/materials from suppliers
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers
- Maintain relationships with suppliers
- Monitor market trends and changes in pricing
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure availability of products
- Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams for timely delivery
- Analyze inventory data to forecast demand
- Analyze and compare supplier pricing
- Identify cost-saving opportunities
- Monitor and manage budget for purchasing
- Evaluate and onboard new suppliers
- Conduct supplier audits to ensure quality standards are met
- Resolve any issues or conflicts with suppliers
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand purchasing needs
- Communicate with stakeholders on procurement updates and changes
- Monitor and mitigate any potential risks related to purchasing
- Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
- Collect and analyze data on purchasing activities
- Generate reports to track and measure performance
- Identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in international business, Supply Chain Management or a related field with at least 2 years' experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL).
- In-depth understanding of inventory management principles and practices.
- Experience with inventory management software and systems.
- Ability to develop and implement inventory optimization strategies.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
- Paid Volunteer Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Health insurance
- Inclusion and belonging initiatives
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
data analysisinventory managementcost-saving analysissupplier negotiationbudget managementforecastingsupplier auditinginventory optimizationproblem-solvingreport generation
Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailcommunicationinterpersonal skillsteamworkindependencecollaborationconflict resolutionstakeholder communicationrisk management