UK OneSource Procurement Specialist

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Perkinelmer · United Kingdom

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The UK OneSource Procurement Specialist is responsible for: Analytics / Tactical Focus: Responsible for documenting the costs for all vendors, as well as generating monthly cost reports to present to stakeholders. Required to develop cost-benefit analysis which is used frequently to optimize spend. Serve as the liaison between customer, employer and vendors Calculate metrics for analysis as well as consolidate large amounts of data into concise targeted informational summaries and reports Work with customers on their feedback, monitored and audited data Request client approvals for contract purchases Successfully managed/deliver supplier contracts within budget and hit in line with targeted savings Proficient in making accurate forecasts to meet customer's demand. This involves having a deep understanding of the customer's goals and budget. Strategic Focus: Sourcing of suppliers and supplier qualification, Sourcing, negotiating, and procurement of service contracts in support of our OneSource Enterprise contracts and asset management portfolio. Developing, deploying and awarding supplier contracts and agreements (RFP). Engage in all aspects of supplier management with a focus on improving profitability and delivering customer satisfaction Identifying appropriate service coverage for different customers or types of equipment and opportunities to expand our service platform strategy. Strategic Supplier Management - insuring good relationships with our supply base while acting as an escalation path for supplier issues across the OneSource Enterprise portfolio. Interacts closely with suppliers and Quality to resolve quality issues. Conduct routine supplier meetings to develop and maintain supplier relationship. Use data to drive decisions and provide market/competitive feedback while supporting the field organization and providing visibility and accessibility to supplier metrics, tools and processes. Key Interfaces: OneSource Global Procurement, OneSource Operations Teams, OneSource Territory Leaders, Territory VP/GM's, Global Finance and Accounting

Requirements

Degree in Business or Procurement/Purchasing (desired)

Equivalent 5+ years of procurement experience or relevant industry knowledge

Ability to analyze large data sets, identify trends and develop action plan based on findings

Must have a proven record of strong negotiation skills and buying strategies culminating in positive financial results.

Thorough knowledge of developing, deploying and awarding service contracts (RFP).

Deep understanding of vendor/supplier communications and best practices.

Proven ability to ensure cost effective services arrangements.

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team.

Excellent motivational, communication (oral/written), presentation and influencing skills.

Must possess confidence and assertiveness

Excellent critical thinking/ analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong execution and follow through.

Key Competencies

Bias for Action

Action-orientated - enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.

Deliver results - can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very performance orientated; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Customer focus

Builds voice of the customer feedback into all strategies and plans. Considers impact of all actions on current and future customers, including regulatory bodies). Inculcates a culture of quality and customer excellence throughout the organization.

Composure

Patience - tolerant with people and processes; listens and checks before acting; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting; waits for others to catch up for acting; sensitive to due process and proper pacing.

Leadership

Command skills - takes unpopular stands if necessary, encourages direct and tough debate but isn't afraid to end it and move on; is looked to for direction in a crisis; faces adversity head on; energized by tough challenges

Approachability - is easy to approach

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