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The supplies, services and purchasing group provides relationship management and oversight of external suppliers. The position coordinates activities involved with the procurement of services that support SCI operations. Buyers collaborate with other internal departments and field locations for the planning and sourcing of products and services to effectively and efficiently execute SCI’s day to day operations. This position is responsible for delivering relevant analysis and reports so that appropriate decisions can be made to offer the best value to customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Develops and manages relationships with national strategic indirect or direct suppliersNegotiates prices and terms with suppliers for the purchase of supplies and servicesLeverages enterprise spending to obtain best pricing and practicesRecommends sourcing options and new suppliers based on quality, service and competitive pricingIdentifies and establishes cost savings opportunities across supply commoditiesDelivers recommendations to customers on supply related needsReviews service related purchase requests: coordinates with customers to verify specifications and requirements to obtain bids and quotes; selects and issues Purchase Order for approved requestsExpedites orders and field inquiries on status and trackingAssists with resolving invoice payment issues and discrepanciesProvides monthly reporting on key suppliers and initiativesAids in collecting data for internal and external audits as required

MINIMUM Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline

Experience

One (1) years professional experience in procuring supplies or servicesExtensive experience with Microsoft Excel and Word

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skillsUnderstanding of key financial and market principalsAbility to communicate with associates at all levels of the organizationProven ability to work both independently and within a team environmentEffective communication skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

Work CONDITIONS

When considering the work hours associated with this job, the following factors may apply:

Work EnvironmentWork indoors during all seasons and weather conditionsLimited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling requiredStandard business dress required when in contact with familiesWork PosturesSitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 6 hours per dayClimbing stairs to access buildings as neededPhysical DemandsPhysical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usageWork HoursWorking beyond “standard” hours as the need arises

Postal Code: 77019

Category (Portal Searching): Logistics

Job Location: US-TX - Houston