Procurement Specialist Jobs

Role Summary

This role supports GTT’s Procure-to-Pay process under the Global Procurement Department. Global Procurement is a new department within GTT and will involve process development/documentation in addition to regular responsibilities.

Job Scope/Supervision

This role will interact closely with Product Management, Engineering, Service Delivery and Supply Chain Teams. Regular interaction with other Operational and Engineering Teams, Accounting, Legal, and Finance Teams. This role reports to the Global Procurement Manager.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Work to educate internal customers on business systems and processes
• Monitor and create Requisitions
• Draft and ensure compliance with procurement policies
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships
• Assist in resolving PO match exceptions, work with business teams to process match exceptions to keep invoice delays to a minimum
• Draft and process signature files for various agreements (NDAs, MSAs, Consulting Agreements, etc.)
• Review and negotiate agreement terms with potential suppliers

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum of 3- 4 years of experience Procurement/Buyer Experience - International
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint experience
• The individual hired into this role may reside in the US or Europe and work remotely.
• Organization and attention to detail is a must

Desirable Experience/Qualifications

• Experience in IT/Telecom is a plus
• Experience with Oracle is a plus

Hours/Travel/Shift

M-F, 8-5 flexible, with occasional exceptions for time zone accommodations. Minimal travel.

Core Competencies

• Teamwork: Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels.
• Knowledge of a Specific Procurement System: Knowledge of the features, functions and operations of a specific procurement system; ability to develop and use tools, techniques, and practices for a specific procurement application.
• Core Application Systems: Knowledge of major production application systems used for delivery of services to internal and external clients; ability to leverage major production application systems in diverse situations.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.
• Contracts Management and Administration: Knowledge of policies, standards and processes of how to manager and administer contracts; ability to use proper processes and practices for managing and administering a variety of contractual agreements.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Universal Competencies

• Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of transformation initiatives to drive fundamental changes, enhance responsiveness and efficiency to core business practices. Ability to drive cultural changes from best effort to results oriented.
• Operational Excellence: Understanding the system-driven processes for consistency and scalability. Ability to re-focus processes and systems from integration activity to maximizing a positive customer impact and anticipating future trends.
• Customer First (Non-Customer Facing): Knowledge of internal customer interactions, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and partnership. Ability to build an environment supporting internal customer value creation at every level.

EEO Statement

GTT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GTT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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