Indirect Procurement Specialist

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Hiab offers a variety of different career possibilities for different backgrounds and ambitions, so whatever your passion is, we may just have the job for you! We want to bring in new expertise and fresh ideas, while providing our existing employees with new and interesting career opportunities. Your talent, experience and passion may just be what we seek or need to shape the future of Hiab and our industry. We offer as well:

• Employees First way of life: all of us should experience Easiness, Empowerment and Excellence every day at work
• Comprehensive benefit package including; health, vision, dental, voluntary life/disability insurance upon first day of employment
• 401k program with 6% company match
• Personal time off and company-paid holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Paid training
• Company mentoring program
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related continued education
• Referral Program
• You may also be provided with a company cell phone, laptop and/or credit card, all to be used for the purpose of conducting company business

Purpose of the position

We are seeking a highly skilled Indirect Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the indirect and Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) spend to support our national service centers and truck upfit operations at the Customer Service Center (CSC). This role will encompass facilities purchases, fostering relationships with existing partners, and identifying new vendors to streamline operations and enhance cost efficiency.

Estimated travel days/year: <10% to 3rd parties and other Hiab USA locations nationally

Main tasks and responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:

• Oversee procurement activities for indirect and MRO spend, ensuring alignment with company objectives
• Manage sourcing strategies to identify and engage with high quality vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and cost savings

Vendor Management:

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing partners to ensure service quality and operational efficiency
• Evaluate vendor performance and manage supplier relationships to foster long term partnerships
• Identify new suppliers and conduct market research to introduce competitive options

Facilities and Operational Support:

• Manage procurement for facilities purchases, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Coordinate with cross functional teams to support facilities management needs and operations

Inventory Management:

• Collaborate with inventory control teams to optimize stock levels and minimize costs
• Implement best practices for MRO inventory management to support uninterrupted operations

SAP and Systems Proficiency:

• Utilize SAP for procurement and inventory management activities
• Maintain accurate records in SAP and generate reports for analysis and strategic planning

Cost Optimization and Process Improvement:

• Analyze spend data to identify cost saving opportunities
• Streamline procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs
• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies to support the company’s growth objectives

What you’ll need to succeed

Education:

• Minimum 2 Year degree in Sourcing/Procurement or similar field

Working experience:

• Proficiency in SAP is essential
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills

Skills and competencies:

• Google Office Suite
• SAP ERP System
• “Business” Math Skills; Basic, Statistics

Personal attributes or qualities:

• Team Player
• Attention to detail
• Technical skills including logistics, supply chain and scheduling
• Strategic thought process that delivers metrics driven results

Interested to join?

If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your Resume/CV today for consideration!

HIAB USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, and training, are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

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