Procurement Specialist

Ergon, Inc - Refining & Marketing

  • Newell, WV
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
  • Apply easily
Ergon - West Virginia, Inc. in Newell, WV currently has an opening for a Procurement SpecialistThis position is responsible for soliciting competitive bids for products and services, contract negotiations for materials, vendor selection and conserving company resources and monitoring material costs.We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned and we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.Procurement Specialist Responsibilities:
  • Develops, oversees, and implements purchasing strategies for raw materials and supplies.
  • Ensures materials are provided to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing.
  • Maintains good vendor relationships with understanding of supply chain dynamics and motivations.
  • Negotiates supply - purchase agreements including pricing, volumes, and terms.
  • Ensures purchasing is conducted in accordance with Ergons policies for ethical conduct.
  • Collaborates with Operations to define current and future inventory requirements, ensure proper management of inventory levels, and to balance purchasing with production planning and logistical support.
  • Designs processes to analyze data and increase responsiveness to rapidly changing material demand of variable byproduct feedstocks and raw materials.
  • Maintains safe working habits and a "safety first" attitude.
  • Exemplify the utmost professional, moral, ethical, and safe work habits at all times.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as designated by Vice President of Technology & Business Development
Procurement Specialist Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • B.S. Degree in a Chemical Technology Field or Supply Chain Management desirable
  • Five years process experience within chemical processing or supply chain management desirable
  • Ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong negotiation abilities.
  • Knowledge of procurement software and tools.
  • Interpersonal skills including teamwork and communication.
  • Time management and organizational skill.
  • Ability to maintain a good working relationship with both internal and external personnel.
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to .Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) with company match, Health, Life, Dental, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing.Ergon - West Virginia, Inc. is an EEO/AAP employer.Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Ergon, Inc - Refining & Marketing