PROCUREMENT REPRESENTATIVE - EXPERIENCED

Responsibilities At Eastman, our people are at the core of everything we do.
We embrace equal employment opportunities and value diversity in our workplace.
We are looking for an individual to join our Indirect Procurement organization as a Procurement Representative.
This full-time position reports to the Sr.
Sourcing Manager Role Description.
Join our dynamic team as a Procurement Representative, where you'll play a vital role in implementing and executing procurement plans and strategies.
As the primary contact for our suppliers, you'll leverage your negotiation skills and tactical expertise to secure the best pricing and supply arrangements for our services.
You'll thrive in our fast-paced environment, managing internal inquiries, complaints, and service level issues with finesse while monitoring market trends to provide valuable insights and competitive intelligence.
Key Responsibilities.
· Procure assigned services, utilizing negotiation skills and market knowledge to achieve optimal pricing and supply arrangements.
· Efficiently process and document all Procure-to-Pay transactions, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure accuracy.
· Analyze pricing bids and quotes to determine the best sourcing options for indirect materials and services.
· Negotiate pricing and payment terms, maintaining strong vendor relationships and exercising independent judgment.
· Identify and implement cost savings opportunities without compromising service levels.
· Initiate vendor setup processes and resolve blocked invoice issues.
· Uphold internal and external policies, regulations, and laws, ensuring compliance at all times.
· Assist with contract development and management, becoming an expert in your assigned area.
Qualifications Qualifications.
· Bachelor's degree in supply chain preferred.
· Minimum of 2 years of procurement experience preferred.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships.
· Understanding of contracts and commercial terms.
· Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing and basic understanding of supply chain management.
· Expertise in SAP and/or SAP-Ariba data processing systems preferred.
· Adaptive to change, uncertain circumstances, and challenges.
· Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate leadership.
· Strong negotiation skills and comfort with conflict.
Job Segment.
Procurement, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Manager, Supply, SAP, Operations, Technology