We are looking to hire a resourceful Procurement Specialist to join our exceptional team at Advanced Drainage Systems in Findlay, OH.
Growing your career as a Full Time Procurement Specialist is an amazing opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, leadership and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Procurement Specialist at Advanced Drainage Systems today!
At ADS, no idea is off limits, and we celebrate creativity and bold moves. For more than 50 years ADS has been manufacturing a variety of innovative and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional materials. Headquartered in Hilliard, Ohio, we are a multi-billion dollar stormwater management company, manufacturing pipe and ancillary products. What does that mean? When it storms, we capture rain with our drain basins, convey it with pipe, store it using chambers and finally treat it with our water quality products, before safely returning water back to the environment. We handle, what we call, the entire lifecycle of a raindrop. Our products help prevent flooding, which increases quality of life for people living in large cities, suburbs, and rural towns. We also believe in creating a circular economy and are the largest plastic recycling company in North America. We use plastic shampoo and detergent bottles to create pipe, diverting over 500 million pounds of plastic from landfills every year. ADS operates a global network of over 60 manufacturing plants and 30 distribution centers.
We have amazing stories to tell, and we need your help getting our story out there. To learn more about ADS, please visit our website at
Summary: We are currently seeking an individual to build their career with a leading manufacturer of pipe, drainage systems, and other water management products. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently with a keen sense of urgency, and outstanding problem-solving skills. The individual will have strong data analytic skills, the ability to perform research to identify savings opportunities, ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to our internal and external stakeholders/suppliers.
The successful candidate will provide operational procurement support through PO execution, compliance to contract management, vendor selection and procurement activities for ADS specific areas (direct, Indirect, Admin CapEx, etc). The Procurement Specialist serves as a liaison between the Procurement organization, vendors, projects teams, engineering and stakeholders to ensure timely and complete project / equipment /component / materials / services deliveries to support successful execution of projects and meeting quality, budget and schedule requirements.
This position relies on strong leadership and drive towards results, a high degree of internal and external cross-functional collaboration and relationship management, technical aptitude, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and the ability to follow thru on the execution of strategic sourcing processes that enable the achievement of business objectives. Must be customer service oriented and a solid team player.
Primary Job Responsibilities: Procurement professionals are expected to carry out a large variety of tasks, with varying skills. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Work with key procurement software and systems (ex: Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards). Ensure responsible procurement practices are being met and comply with company objectives. Create Purchase orders, calculate all order costs and evaluate invoices for accuracy. Keep track of all goods and services ordered. Prepare and update reports, records and pricing Build relationships with internal teams to ensure appropriate involvement of the purchasing function at the earliest stage of the process to define the best procurement strategies in order to reduce cost and ensure timely completion of assigned projects Responsible for development and implementation of RFQ process, negotiations, contract development and administration. Develop new and alternate sources of supply and manage Strategic Suppliers Performance Manage interactions between project teams, vendors, purchasing organization, extended support functions and senior leadership to support project procurement and contracting needs while optimizing cost, cash flow, quality, and service. Oversee delivery of services, equipment, and materials to the affected sites, including monitoring of compliance with terms and conditions as well as conformity of deliveries to ensure timely and complete deliveries. Ensure compliance of contracting and procurement operations with all company policies and procedures Ensure organizational alignment with sourcing strategies Job Skills This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:
Strong computer skills (Excel, MS word, Oracle ERP knowledge, Power BI, email). Ability to multitask and maintain the efficiency associated with the workload. Hard working, eager to learn, goal-oriented, can multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Ability to hold suppliers accountable to KPI Great relationship management, communication, customer service, collaboration, and ability to adapt to change. Organized, practical, logical, great at time-management, can work independently. Excellent Negotiation skills Educational Requirements: Undergraduate degree preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management, related Operations discipline, Logistics or Engineering. Pursuing or completed an associate degree in business or supply chain management (Bachelor's degree a plus) Internship within procurement, supply chain, or business a plus Preferred Experience :
Experience with ERP & Oracle Financial systems, Proficient with Microsoft Office Strong MS Office skills particularly in Excel 5+ years of experience in a purchasing function in heavy manufacturing & multi-tasking environment Ability to effectively manage internal and external stakeholder in high pace and high-pressure environment. Excellent analytical and communication skills with ability to persuade and influence Physical Requirements: Travel up to 10% ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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? Company offers great benefits
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