Supplier Management Specialist

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

The ideal candidate for this role will have strong communication and problem-solving skills.

A curiosity of financial markets, strong commercial acumen, and an ability to develop relationships.

The ideal candidate will also be willing/required to travel to Winnipeg, CA, Keokuk, IA, Kansas City, KS, Columbus, OH, St Louis, MO and the surrounding area.

1.

Assist, develop, and track innovative cost savings solutions

2.

Grow existing relationships with vendors to further strengthen relationships and create

business opportunities

3.

Purchase commodities (ferrous metal) along with other categories

4.

Interact with vendors regarding supply chain management, special payment terms, and

contract changes and create business opportunities to effect strong vendor relations and

profitability for the company

5.

Enter and manage purchase orders (POs) accurately and efficiently

6.

Develop and maintain reporting systems to generate regular and ad-hoc reports for supply

chain performance

7.

Organize and participate in supplier meetings to discuss, analyze, and evaluate parts

supplies, production, quality, and improvements, ensuring compliance with orders placed

8.

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Amsted Rail; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times

JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:


* Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience


* 2+ years of sales and/or supply chain


* Ability to interface effectively with company personnel and suppliers at all levels


* Ability to work autonomously and as a member of the team


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:


* Bachelor’s Degree preferably in a business discipline


* Strong negotiating skills


* SAP experience


* Excellent communications skills


* Strong negotiating skills


* Inspired by innovation


* Growth-oriented

WORK CONDITIONS


* Extremely light physical effort


* Unfavorable environment


* Moderate hazards

OTHER INFORMATION

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility.

It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pa...