Sr Procurement Specialist

About the role

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! The Senior Procurement Specialist is primarily responsible for managing the local/regional Procurement process in accordance with established Reworld procedures and policies. This role leads all facility Procurement activities from supplier qualification through performance management and is responsible for all related supplier onboarding activities, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, company policies, and acceptable business practices. The Senior Specialist builds and maintains strong working relationships with the Facility Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams and serves as a key advisor on contractual rights and obligations, as well as procurement strategy. This role also provides leadership and guidance on procurement initiatives and may oversee direct reports. Please note that relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Specific accountabilities include (but are not limited to) Supplier qualification and relationship management Request for Proposal (RFP) development, bid receipt, market comparisons, evaluation/analysis, and negotiations Coordination and participation in bid review conferences and walk-downs Finalization activities, including negotiations, contract awards, follow-up, and dispute resolution Purchase order placement and expediting Leading cost reduction and value optimization initiatives; supporting supplier quality assurance programs Supplier performance analysis and contract compliance oversight to determine the need for amendments or extensions Compilation and analysis of data to support cost reporting and annual budgeting processes Providing training and guidance to internal stakeholders on Procurement systems and processes Managing supplier relationships and strengthening the supplier base through site visits and technical engagement Participation in Corporate and regional Procurement meetings and initiatives Leading and/or coordinating activities of facility personnel involved in defining the scopes of work and specifications Sourcing maintenance spare parts across Reworld facilities to optimize shared inventory pools Supporting KPI development, tracking, and reporting to drive procurement performance and continuous improvement Education Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related technical discipline ISM and/or APICS certification preferred but not required

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant procurement and supply chain experience required
• Experience in industrial or facility-based environments strongly preferred
• Prior experience leading projects or mentoring team members is a plus
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Strong understanding of procurement contracting, legal terms, risk management, warranties, and liability
• Ability to manage complex negotiations and make data-driven decisions
• Experience with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, contract structures, and change management
• Understanding of contracting types, including lump sum and Time & Materials
• Ability to develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective internal and external partnerships
• High level of safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices
• Comfortable working in both office and industrial environments (heat, noise, odor, etc.)
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP) and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage technical and non-technical audiences
• What We Offer You
• In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
• Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits .
• For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.
• All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role wh

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