Procurement Agent II

Overview

Procure materials/equipment, manage orders, support projects, and handle vendor relations.

Key Responsibilities

• purchase orders
• erp system
• supplier negotiation
• cost analysis
• inventory management
• data analysis

Tasks

-Asks questions before acting in unfamiliar territory. -Negotiates and obtains quotes for materials and rental equipment. -Prepares purchase orders using established purchasing procedures. -Regularly seeks out the appropriate individuals outside the department as needed to complete work and build informal networks. -Gathers appropriate data with supervisor guidance. -Helps develop and implement relevant corporate/department strategy. -Utilizes FTI PO/ERP systems to complete required tasks. -Utilizes metrics to identify adherence to established processes. -Applies continuous improvement concepts to overcome obstacles in area of responsibility. -Proactively communicates issues/concerns/delays/opportunities to the appropriate stakeholders. -Sets requirements, executes PO's and consults in managing inventory levels. -Performs calculations, comparing the costs of alternative options. -Effectively negotiates with internal/external stakeholders. -May be asked to shadow/mentor entry level Procurement Agents to increase their proficiency in a results driven organization. -Works with customers to establish clear bill of materials with appropriate specifications for materials to be purchased. -Applies Purchasing/trade material knowledge to each transaction. -Assists in the development of solutions to improve existing processes. -Applies contract pricing to purchase materials (or make recommendations). -Provides effective or innovative solutions to problems. -Identifies opportunities for improvement and takes initiative to pursue solutions. -Applies training to daily work tasks. -Proactively resolves material/supplier issues that pose potential disruption, escalation, or risk to projects/relationships. -Solves defined problems where precedents exist, and cause affect are readily identified. -Prepares preliminary data analysis to support negotiation preparation. -Meets daily deadlines and goals on-time and to the satisfaction of their customer. -Visits stakeholder projects, represents the Procurement function to Operations. -Helps others in the creative thinking and brainstorming process. -Gets things done through formal channels. -Expedites supplier shipments, deliveries, and/or pickups as appropriate. -Participates in project start-up meetings. -Assists in the onboarding of PAI’s to aid in their success and professional development. -Links end goals and results to company scorecards and strategy.

Requirements

• erp
• six sigma
• analytics
• negotiation
• project management
• statistics

What You Bring

-Comfortable participating in selective external negotiations. -Uses analytics instead of personal bias to solve problems. -Basic knowledge of ERP systems, Procure to Pay functionality and proper process sequences. -Uses standard problem-solving techniques that can include common sense and cause and effect analysis. -Able to assist in translating negotiation outcomes into supplier agreements/contracts. -Has an awareness of the cultures within the organization -Track record with successful small to medium projects. -Escalates issues appropriately. Organizationally sensitive when involving relevant resources and/or stakeholders. -Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner. -Elementary knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis. -Communicates effectively to internal and external stakeholders, verbally and in writing. -Demonstrates proven problem-solving skills and techniques that preserve relationships, that lead toward resolution. -Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence. -Aware of self, demonstrates ability to read nonverbal communication and adjust communication style accordingly. -Basic knowledge of Six Sigma and or problem-solving methodologies. -Begins to apply innovative approaches to solving problems. -Can explain the rational or thought process behind team decisions. -Understands the reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures and demonstrates willingness to suggest changes/modifications. -Can explain the rational or thought process behind own decisions. -Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhere to the company's core values) and an adoption of professional standards. Understands both corporate and department strategies and how to positively support them through their individual efforts. -Is resourceful; knows different processes, how/where to get information and when to ask for help. -Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service skills to internal and external customers. -Demonstrates an ability to control and documents negotiated agreements. -Understands corporate/department objectives and priorities. -Proficiently performs tasks within established process and guidelines.

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About Fti

-Founded in 1972, the company has grown into a national leader in engineering, construction, manufacturing and clean energy. -Branded under EnTech Solutions™, Excellerate® and Faith Technologies®, it offers end‑to‑end services from assessment and engineering to manufacturing and installation. -Projects range from medical‑facility expansions and high‑voltage data‑center infrastructure to cheese‑plant and expo‑center electrical systems. -The company invests strategically in technology, venture capital (like TitletownTech), and product innovation to stay ahead.

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