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Europe HLD Procurement Specialist

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UPS

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, vendor sourcing experience, negotiation skills, contract management experience, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
  • You will develop implementation plans, create reports, assist with RFIs/RFPs, support contract execution, negotiate strategies, maintain reporting, aid buyers, identify cost reductions, and ensure compliance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent - Preferred
  • Experience with vendor sourcing - Preferred
  • Experience with negotiations - Preferred
  • Experience with contract management - Preferred
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook

Responsibilities

  • Helps develop category implementation plans to ensure continuous process improvement.
  • Creates complex spreadsheets, documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Supports the execution of contracts within the assigned commodity.
  • Assists with Requests for Information (RFIs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), financial and performance clauses, metrics, terms, and penalties to ensure the best bid among vendors.
  • Assists in the development of fact-based negotiation strategies to obtain the best value.
  • Maintains and contributes to weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Supports buyers in their daily functions as needed.
  • Supports team in identifying ways to reduce costs through competitive sourcing initiatives.
  • Supports and enforces Procurement policies to ensure compliance.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Europe HLD Procurement Specialist role?

The primary focus is to conduct data collection, analysis/reporting, supplier qualification, and measurement efforts for specific commodities, while supporting improvements to current processes and implementing new ones to maximize efficiencies.

What type of educational background is preferred for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree or an International equivalent is preferred for this position.

What experiences are preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Preferred experiences include vendor sourcing, negotiations, and contract management.

Which software applications should candidates be proficient in for this role?

Candidates should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include developing category implementation plans, creating reports and presentations, supporting contract execution, assisting in RFI/RFP processes, and identifying cost-reduction strategies.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, this position is a permanent role.

Does UPS provide a workplace free from discrimination and harassment?

Yes, UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Will the selected candidate have the opportunity to support buyers in their daily functions?

Yes, the candidate will support buyers in their daily functions as needed.

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Employees
1907
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