Procurement Category Specialist

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p>The Procurement Category Specialist plays a key role in supporting strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization for electrical construction projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical capabilities and a deep understanding of procurement processes in the construction industry.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong><em>Category Management & Sourcing</em></strong></p><ul><li>Support the development and execution of category strategies for electrical materials and equipment.</li><li>Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities.</li><li>Assist in RFx processes, bid evaluations, and supplier selection.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Data Analysis & Reporting</em></strong></p><ul><li>Conduct detailed spend analysis across various categories to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-reduction opportunities.</li><li>?Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the procurement function, including savings, supplier performance, material metrics and compliance.</li><li>Research and monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supplier landscapes to inform procurement strategy.</li><li>Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contractual agreements and quality standards.</li><li>Create and maintain dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.</li><li>Perform cost analysis and support budgeting and forecasting activities.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Contract Management</em></strong></p><ul><li>Maintain supplier records, contracts, and performance scorecards.</li><li>Support contract negotiations and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.</li><li>Monitor supplier delivery, quality, and responsiveness.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Process Improvement & Compliance</em></strong></p><ul><li>Identify and recommend improvements to procurement processes, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Ensure procurement operations are compliant with internal governance structures, budgetary controls, and external regulatory mandates.</li><li>Leverage ERP and e-procurement platforms for data extraction, process automation, and performance monitoring.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, including purchase orders, invoices, and contract documentation, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Qualifications:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor&#39;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.</li><li>2+ years of experience in a procurement, purchasing, or supply chain analysis role.</li><li>Proven experience in spend analysis, financial modeling, and data interpretation.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial functions).</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex data clearly.</li></ul></p></p>