Procurement Associate

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Your Role: Procurement Associate

 

The Procurement Associate is responsible for providing tactical procurement support for the Elwood Site and will encompass a comprehensive responsibility for procurement activities at the site, ensuring the reliable and cost-effective supply of all materials and services necessary.

 The type of purchase may be either MRP or NPM (Non-Production Materials) procurement and any single/one-time procurement site needs.  This person will play a crucial role in the Site Procurement Team, acting as a liaison between various Elanco sites within the Americas while contributing to the broader Global Elanco Procurement Team.

 

Additionally, the Procurement Associate will be a multifaceted role, not only focusing on day-to-day procurement activities but also actively participating in broader initiatives such as Global Procurement Process Transformation and supporting Elanco's Growth, Innovation, and Cash Initiatives.

 

Your Responsibilities:  


* Act as a primary contact for site procurement activities providing tactical support for purchase order life cycle from processing through delivery and invoice payment to order closure.


* Support all site functions, such as Manufacturing, Capital, and Maintenance for their procurement activities.


* Perform tasks within SAP including the creation and release of purchase orders, monitoring and maintaining delivery dates, and reviewing inventory levels. Analyze spend data to identify opportunities for cost saving and value creation.


* Lead local sourcing projects from strategy development, supplier selection, contract negotiation and ongoing relationship management with suppliers as well as other functions supporting the Elanco manufacturing sites.


* Develop and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers. Manage invoice discrepancies and support vendors in with their invoice issues.

 

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 


* Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field or 3 years equivalent experience in procurement in cGMP manufacturing enviro...