Procurement Agent 2

Procurement Agent 2

Location: Rosemead, CA
Work Model: Hybrid – Monday and Tuesday onsite
Contract: 12 months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing, sourcing, supplier management and contract activities within a major utility environment. This role will contribute to procurement strategies, supplier performance, risk management and commercial negotiations while working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in driving innovation, improving ways of working and enhancing supplier management systems.
• Support the execution of purchasing and sourcing strategies to address short- and long-term material requirements.
• Help achieve purchasing performance objectives relating to timely delivery, quality and cost.
• Analyze information to support the identification and resolution of supply chain risks and gaps.
• Participate in negotiations to achieve best value and favorable commercial terms and conditions.
• Support negotiations involving moderately complex purchase orders, change orders, requests for proposals and contracts/agreements.
• Assist with training peers and stakeholders on procurement processes and procedures.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal customers and act as a trusted business partner.
• Identify critical suppliers and support the development of supplier engagement plans.
• Monitor supplier risk profiles and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Understand supplier objectives, leverage points and desired outcomes to support structured negotiation strategies.
• Gather stakeholder input and develop clear negotiation objectives.
• Coordinate and document internal and external customer requirements.
• Monitor projects and schedules, identify issues and maintain priorities for work in process.
• Communicate risks and issues across functions and stakeholders.
• Assist with source selections and document purchase orders within established authority.
• Administer purchase order changes and ensure appropriate notes, terms and conditions are maintained.
• Gather supplier performance data to monitor supplier capability, capacity and overall business health.
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and cross-functional improvement teams.
• Support root cause analysis and the development and monitoring of supplier improvement plans.
• Maintain effective relationships and communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Ensure applicable import and export requirements are met.
• Support new business acquisition and product/project development and management activities.
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies, safety requirements and applicable procedures.
• Protect company physical, financial and cybersecurity assets and appropriately handle confidential, proprietary and sensitive information.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement and/or contract management.
• Experience with purchasing, sourcing, supplier management or contract administration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze information and make informed decisions regarding scope, impact, policy, development and implementation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating and documenting customer and stakeholder requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using SAP in a purchasing environment.
• Experience with SAP Ariba, including Sourcing, Contracting and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) modules.
• Knowledge of purchasing practices, policies, procurement contracts and standard terms and conditions.
• Knowledge of industry best practices, standards, utility regulations, procedures and compliance requirements relating to purchasing.
• Experience with supplier performance management and continuous improvement.
• Experience with financial analysis, activity-based costing and supply chain methodology.
• Experience with purchase orders, RFPs, change orders and contract negotiations.
• Experience conducting supplier risk assessments and developing supplier improvement plans.
• Knowledge of import and export requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Relevant certifications such as CPM, CPSM, CPCM, CCCM and/or PMP are advantageous.

Additional Information

• 12-month contract position.
• Hybrid working arrangement with Monday and Tuesday onsite in Rosemead, CA.
• Standard working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• The successful candidate will be expected to follow applicable safety protocols and safe work practices.

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