What will you do?
under direct supervision, works with regional procurement managers in united states & canada and manager procurement solutions center to assist the bt&s field organization with the pricing and procurement of materials needed for installation & service projects.
how will you do it?
* processes direct requests from the bt&s field organization and regional procurement managers to secure best pricing on job-specific bills of material, posting requests to an online bid system and sending such to multiple material suppliers to secure best pricing.
* provides a best-cost analysis and includes supplier quotes when communicating results of each request back to the field organization.
* logs all activity in online reporting system to track all open and completed sourcing requests.
* works with material vendors to register high-value projects and directly negotiates to secure best pricing.
* researches alternate vendors in cases where products are backordered or we are unable to secure better pricing from primary vendors.
* will work with business units and vendors for material price checks and order expedite requests.
* provides continual updates to rpms and field requestors as to status. Desired completion time for each sourcing event is 48 hours; however, larger projects may have longer lead times.
* maintains continual communication with manager procurement solutions center located in the us with any issues, challenges, concerns and particular situations where we are unable to meet the requestors, need-by-date.
* performs other related tasks as needed.
what are we looking for?
* minimum associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree preferred. Previous industry experience a plus.
* must have strong customer service & communication skills.
* ability to speak/communicate in french a plus.
* strong computer skills, particularly with web-based erp systems, microsoft outlook, and microsoft excel.
* must be very organized, able to work with strict deadlines, persistent in obtaining desired feedback from third-party vendors.
* must be able to communicate effectively with us-based team members to clarify any confusion or ambiguity with each request.
what do we offer?
* comprehensive benefits package.
* opportunities for professional growth and development.
* supportive and inclusive work environment.
* commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
* engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference.
johnson controls does not request pregnancy or hiv testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.
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