Global Procurement Specialist
4 days ago
Company Overview
Tower Group is a leading provider of integrated supply chain solutions, committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers.
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package, including bonuses, benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Global Procurement Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process, from sourcing to delivery, ensuring timely and cost-effective results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales performance in line with targets
- Cost management, focusing on overall purchasing costs
- Maintenance of positive gross profit margins
- Effective management of net working capital
- Customer relationship management, including communication, need satisfaction, and partnership building
- Understanding customer business environments and identifying potential new customers
- Frequent customer visits to build strong relationships
- Processing requests for quotations, preparing quotes, and managing orders
- Supervising and assisting with SAP processing, including creating delivery notes, invoicing, and inbound processing
- Rundown sheet management, tracking supplier and customer hand information
- First-in-First-Out stock management and control
- Ensuring accurate invoicing and resolving queries timeously
- Communication with export countries and internal departments
- Preparing creditor payment documentation and clearing instructions
- Liaising with internal departments to ensure smooth process flow
- Assisting with divisional audits and verifying stock counts
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in global procurement or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficiency in SAP and other relevant systems
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We also provide opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
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