Procurement Administrator (Remote) Jobs

The Procurement Administrator will provide Harbor Freight with major assistance in the implementation of a Source to Pay (S2P) system. After implementation, this person will manage the maintenance and data integrity of the program. This person will support the ongoing efforts to update and refine the system and processes. This role will require this individual to have previous experience with an S2P system and an understanding of the implementation phase of an S2P system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate with HFT business units and or outside vendors to assist in the onboarding process, answer questions as they arise, and provide feedback in a timely manner.
• Respond to requests for information and provide assistance in solving a wide variety of problems.
• Work closely with various business partners including IT/Finance/AP through the implementation phase; help understand various business unit needs, and their current state and help align them with the S2P system.
• All other duties as assigned by management.
• Participate in planning and decisions regarding new or changed policies and procedures.
• Provide updates on schedules, and project next steps on the S2P system and ensure the vendor is performing duties as identified.
• Work closely with the selected vendor for the S2P system; become one of the main points of contact to review questions and help resolve any system issues.
• Frequently communicate with other HFT business units and/or outside vendors to request or provide information or to clarify procedures.
• Prepare narrative and informational reports, as needed or requested; compile and organize information requiring the understanding and evaluation of data sources; may include special projects or extensive reports.
• Once the S2P has been implemented this individual will be required to assist business units with questions, respond to and assist the business units to fix various issues related to the S2P.
• Independently assemble and interpret data, prepare reports, and handle correspondence for the department and for the S2P System; may include special projects or extensive reports.
• Assist in the review of operating procedures and policies for efficiency and effectiveness; suggest/makes changes or recommend major changes or improvements.
• Assist in overseeing the schedule for each module/phase of implementation of S2P and delivery of services.

Education (Required):

• BA & CPM/CPSM preferred

Skills (Required):

• Good interpersonal skills to work with senior-level management and collaboratively with peers and vendors.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Keen sense of urgency and ability to manage stress and strict deadlines.
• Able to communicate change to and provide training to various teams throughout the organization.
• Ability to identify and collaborate with various partners and stakeholders throughout the business.
• Excellent project management Skills
• Critical thinker: the ability to define problems/questions, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft application suite, especially with MS Word and MS Excel
• Excellent presentation skills. Be able to effectively communicate and present with various HFT business units, including the senior leadership team.
• Highly organized, with great attention to detail

Experience (Required):

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing or purchasing

The anticipated salary range for this position is $56,300 – $84,500 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.