Procurement Specialist I North Chicago, IL

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Job Description

Purpose:

The Procurement Specialist I is responsible for executing end-to-end procurement processes in alignment with business goals and industry best practices ensuring compliance with procurement policies and contributing to supplier diversity and sustainability. This role plays a key part in executing tactical supplier performance management activities implementing continuous improvement projects and driving day-to-day supplier excellence.

Responsibilities:

Drive the endtoend execution of the Tactical Supplier Performance Management activities ensuring every stage from contract compliance invoice validation and supplier performance evaluation is delivered with accuracy transparency and accountability.
Conduct in-depth reviews of supplier contracts confirming that each deliverable pricing arrangement schedule commitment and contractual obligation is fully met.
Perform the invoice validation process for suppliers comparing submitted invoices against approved contract terms agreed quantities timeframes and accepted deliverables. Authorize payments only after precise verification and act quickly to resolve any disputes or errors.
Measure and monitor supplier performance using agreed performance indicators. Participate in performance review meetings capture outcomes and track followup actions to closure.
Responsible for data analysis and administrative support for tactical supplier performance management including supplier metrics and research master data monthly/quarterly reporting other as required.
Execute continuous improvement projects embracing and furthering a spirit of adaptability and innovation in procurement operations.
Respond promptly and comprehensively to adhoc data requests performance analyses and reporting needs.
Undertake additional tasks as assigned that contribute to the success of the Procurement team and its objectives.
Actively enable team goals ensuring performance targets and objectives are delivered successfully.