Procurement Specialist I
J.B. Hunt Transport, Lowell, AR, United States
Job Title:
Procurement Specialist I
Department:
Supply Chain
Country:
United States of America
State/Province:
Arkansas
City:
Lowell
Full/Part Time:
Full time
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the daily and periodic vendor pricing negotiations for tooling, parts, and other shop supplies. The incumbent will assist in maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with Maintenance procurement policies and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Provide sourcing opportunities for small-scale projects and actionable insights to stakeholders
Procure quotes for various parts and shop items, including any specialized equipment and tooling related items; negotiate parts prices, terms and conditions with vendors and challenge product specifications for long-term procurement commitments
Coordinate and manage tool/part warranty repairs with manufacturers
Complete and oversee purchase requisitions for various business unit leaders & fleet support locations; monitor freight charge exceptions related to parts shipping on purchase orders
Manage tool inventory for items no longer needed at select locations
Perform proper record keeping and maintain part purchasing documentation
Assist with contract negotiations and renewals to ensure alignment with business needs and minimize risk
Maintain system data integrity and support internal controls to ensure compliance with procurement policies
Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders to promote procurement as a trusted business partner
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 1-3 years of experience in Inventory, Purchasing and supply chain management and/or military equivalent or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with spend analytics, supplier management, negotiation, and category management
Experience with Microsoft Office Programs, specifically Excel, and the ability to leverage where necessary other reporting and analysis tools
Financial, quantitative, and analytical skills
Experience with Inventory Management within the Transportation Industry
Ability to assist with Maintenance procurement process
Experience with extracting data from structured and unstructured data sources is a plus
Compensation
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.
Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.
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Procurement Specialist I
Department:
Supply Chain
Country:
United States of America
State/Province:
Arkansas
City:
Lowell
Full/Part Time:
Full time
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the daily and periodic vendor pricing negotiations for tooling, parts, and other shop supplies. The incumbent will assist in maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with Maintenance procurement policies and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Provide sourcing opportunities for small-scale projects and actionable insights to stakeholders
Procure quotes for various parts and shop items, including any specialized equipment and tooling related items; negotiate parts prices, terms and conditions with vendors and challenge product specifications for long-term procurement commitments
Coordinate and manage tool/part warranty repairs with manufacturers
Complete and oversee purchase requisitions for various business unit leaders & fleet support locations; monitor freight charge exceptions related to parts shipping on purchase orders
Manage tool inventory for items no longer needed at select locations
Perform proper record keeping and maintain part purchasing documentation
Assist with contract negotiations and renewals to ensure alignment with business needs and minimize risk
Maintain system data integrity and support internal controls to ensure compliance with procurement policies
Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders to promote procurement as a trusted business partner
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 1-3 years of experience in Inventory, Purchasing and supply chain management and/or military equivalent or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with spend analytics, supplier management, negotiation, and category management
Experience with Microsoft Office Programs, specifically Excel, and the ability to leverage where necessary other reporting and analysis tools
Financial, quantitative, and analytical skills
Experience with Inventory Management within the Transportation Industry
Ability to assist with Maintenance procurement process
Experience with extracting data from structured and unstructured data sources is a plus
Compensation
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.
Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.
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