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0-5 years of experience
Directed and coordinated purchasing/procurement strategies
- Sourced, negotiated, and placed purchase orders for 98% of total business
- Processed and performed cost analysis on all incoming customer purchases
- Improved supply chain and expanded product offerings by establishing relations with over 70 new suppliers in a global network
- Implemented and supervised resources to increase efficiency of sales team and assist in expediting sales process
- Increased profitability through sourcing new suppliers, renegotiating material costs, and streamlining logistics – 10-16% bottom line improvement reported
- Designed and implemented all marketing initiatives
0-5 years of experience
Managed Requests for Proposals, RFI, RFQ, prepared and released bid packages, evaluated suppliers proposals, conducted fact-finding of proposals, prepared price analysis, assisted with cost analysis and performed all other standards duties in regards in awarding of contract to external suppliers and ensuring compliance with all Boeing procedures and contract requirements.
- Interpreted and enforced contract terms and conditions. Documented procurement decisions, created contract correspondence and administers contract changes between Boeing and suppliers.
- Documented supplier performance against contract metrics in key areas such as supplier performance, delivery, quality and business health.
- Integrated and coordinated internal and external customer requirements by documenting procurement requirements in regards to customer requirements and expectations.
- Managed support for Cargo 747-400LCF, electrical power window shades for Emirates 777, Lufthansa 747-8I and breaking rollers for B777, 737, PDUs for 767 by submitting purchase orders with various suppliers for parts and spares.
- Performed work with minimal direction and exercised considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment.
- Managed supplier performance through BEST and ensured satisfactory contract completion by developing procurement solutions that best supported customer requirements that were consistent with program and company goals and objectives.
- Motivated team member participating on cross-functional teams with suppliers and customers to streamline process for reduced cost savings to achieve best result for [company name].
0-5 years of experience
Managed inventory levels and incoming product delivery schedules for aviation company
- Organized and led multi-department meetings to provide product delivery status, evaluate inventory requirements, and review changes in customer needs
- Created and nurtured the growth of strong business relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery and efficient service
- Negotiated with vendors to obtain best price, availability, and delivery information and to determine vendor qualifications
- Coordinated the procurement and distribution of products including raw materials, finished parts, tooling, equipment and supplies
- Monitored status of incoming inventory, assessed customer needs and expedited products based on priority
- Mitigated quality control issues with quality assurance and vendors to resolve concerns to both parties’ satisfaction
- Compiled and analyzed data for departmental reports, assigning action items to appropriate team members
0-5 years of experience
Charged with IT related services, hardware and software with contracts up to $1 Million.
- Acted as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier related activities and the authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements.
- Conducted request for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses, negotiate awards, and maintain contracts for the management of the relationship between the company and suppliers.
- Managed supplier contract and performance to ensures satisfactory contract completion.
- Reviewed current contracts with suppliers that are coming up for renewal in order to leverage better savings for the company.
- Developed procurement plans that relate to cost, schedule, quality, delivery, and terms and conditions.
- Prepared and convened procurement review boards with end users and upper level management.
- Established multiyear procurement contracts and corporate agreements while conducting complex price analyses and negotiations.
- Documented procurements in accordance with procedural requirements and established policies.
- Streamlined supplier strategies and managed supplier performance, using supply base management tools while maintaining effective working relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
6-10 years of experience
Directed and coordinated activities of buying personnel in support of program requirements
- Negotiated subcontracts that represented a new level of negotiations. The approach and negotiations resolved a major budget issue and modified future procurement approaches.
- Introduced extended payments terms to the company which was well received and substantially improved the cash flow.
- Established RFP flow down requirement for subcontract solicitations on development programs.
0-5 years of experience
- Determined if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs per aircraft, ordered more materials when necessary.
- Contacted suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve shortages for aircraft materials.
- Prepared, maintained, and reviewed purchasing files, reports, and price lists.
- Reviewed requisition orders to verify the accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
- Collected, organized, edited and provided data from various data systems for management, in order to adequately evaluate and perform an efficient procurement cycle.
- Processed and filed forms and documentation within the company system.
0-5 years of experience
- Created and executed Purchasing Agreements, Scheduling Agreements and discrete purchase orders
- Closely monitored supplier selection and performance
- Ensured delivery schedules and quality standards are maintained
- Solutioned invoicing problems in a timely manner
- Set up training tutorials (SAP, Pay On Consumption) for team members
0-5 years of experience
- Procured technical parts, managed contracts from requisition to fulfillment ($2,500,000+ commit last 4 mo.)
- Determined fair and reasonable price and negotiated $350,000+ in discounts and savings on $2,700,000+ proposed value year to date to achieve best value
- Negotiated terms and conditions and utilized nonstandard terms and audit language and processes.
- Managed international procurement within FARS and DFARS export and import standards.
- Managed supplier relationships in production operations with lean manufacturing practices
- Expedited part shortages with suppliers as necessary to gain acceptable commitment dates, utilized MRP and Shop planning software to prepare reports used to track delivery dates
- Managed social events as part of the REACH social planning committee
- Trained and mentored new hires and interns in the procurement process
0-5 years of experience
- Directed procurement process from start to finish which included creating client proposals, and expedite reports (report which displayed status of clients project), handling new vendor relations, placing orders, tracking orders, invoicing clients, receiving payments, and processing vendor invoices.
- Managed financial books which included accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax reports, financial reports, and project audits.
- Maintained and troubleshot procurement software with IT Tech.
- Trained staff on procurement software.
- Developed and established Interior Design Library System.
- Scheduled vendor presentations.
0-5 years of experience
Procurement authority up to $100,000 while all actions over $100,000 require management approval
- Source suppliers and assess their manufacturing and delivery capabilities; conduct competitive and non-competitive bids; negotiate price, payment
- Create supply risk and profit/loss assessments and recommendations for management regarding order cancellations and delivery failures
- Procure parts on short notice in support of flight testing a demonstration aircraft for a foreign military customer
- Negotiate and implement proprietary information agreements between Boeing and suppliers
- Manage final delivery of parts for the C-17 Globemaster end of production
- Evaluate supplier proposals
10+ years of experience
Material [company name], procurement, logistical, and routing decisions affecting successful project completion in timely manner and on budget for $42.0 Million multi-state mechanical contractor
- Focusing on strategic growth actions resulting in improved; negotiations, [company name] methodologies, document management, and personnel and material resource allocation
- Coordinator of 15+ project Field Foremen, eight plus Project Managers, and transportation personnel
- Development of purchase order and backorder fulfillment process streamlining organizational tasks reducing company costs by 15+% while improving profit margin by 5+%
- Proactively building, maintaining and evaluating strategic vendor relationships performance with custom produced status reports
- Producing and reviewing business processes to include: ordering, requisitions, Request for Quotes (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), and vendor documents
- Supervising, coordinating, and monitoring project: procurements, deliveries, pick-ups, and tracking of company and rental equipment for all field projects
- Maintaining and monitoring company inventory levels through daily business process and practices, semi-annual and annual physical inventories
- Development of creative business strategies: increasing company capabilities, participating in industry events, vendor seminars, and constantly improving product and industry knowledge
- Personnel supervision, training, and reviews of companies routing and logistical delivery personnel
- Promoted from Inventory Manager
0-5 years of experience
Managed and oversaw company wide fleet of approximately 450 vehicles, maintain all necessary paperwork is up to date and oversee the replacement of all company vehicles
- Assisted Energy Procurement Agent by weekly review of all NJ BPU Reports
- Monthly created a potential airfare cost savings analysis for all business travel reported through company American Express travel department
- Quarterly provided a potential airfare cost savings analysis and a compliance analysis on when travel is booked
- Utilized Command Line Center (CLC) to track all costs for projects
- Managed orders through the creation of Purchase Orders, received invoices against Purchase Orders and processed invoices
- Analyzed and processed all invoices
- Oversaw contract and management agreements with all vendors
- Created and executed training for all employees who utilized the Bank of America company card
- Managed logistics, oversaw presentations and handled the execution of National Procurement Meeting for 50 procurement agents
- Oversaw budget management for operating costs and eliminating inefficiencies by managing the purchase of all office supplies, and overseeing all office equipment lease
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for procurement activities for a variety of non-production goods and services supporting multiple Boeing sites.
- Served as primary contact for supplier and internal customers regarding procurements.
- Assisted with continuous review and analysis of demand and supply.
- Supported the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documentation of contracts and agreements.
- Conducted oversight and management of strategies, performance and development of large-scale products and services.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for purchasing components for the Boeing 737 Door Package
- Responsible for purchasing components for Sustaining packages
- Initiated quotations, proposals, pricing agreements and long term master contracts
- Involved in new program development
- Involved in offloading large packages
- Analyzed pricing and conditions from suppliers, along with maintaining competitive advantages
- Maintained supplier accounts
- Responsible for new supplier development, initiated contacts to expand supply chain base
- Insured effective communication with internal production and external customers
6-10 years of experience
Lead procurement activity supporting Direct Commercial Sale parts program – I Increased sales by over $350,000 in first year
- Developed procurement strategy for BDS and CAS Synergy supporting New Thrust Reverser Sleeve Assemblies to support a commercial customer – Eliminated $ 4Million in total cost
- Lead Buyer for International Head of State Programs, Manage one Junior Buyer
- Managed procurement activity for lean improvement that eliminated 294 work hours
- Managed a team Lean Improvement effort to manage kitted parts for major structural repairs on Program Depot Maintenance inputs. Savings – $3.5 Million
- Successfully worked with Supplier Quality Focal to research, disposition and close Contractor Furnished Material Non-Conformance issues backlog of over 325 items in three months to support a new application implementation date – Recognized by Supplier Quality Senior Management for my Achievement
- Develop and manage procurement solutions to best support customer fleet maintenance requirements consistent with program goals, and company goals & objectives
- Employ project management tools (i.e. contingency planning, integrated schedules) to manage supply base in support of customer’s needs
- Prepare, negotiate, and execute, contractual documents and other necessary binding agreements to include Long Term Agreements, Teaming, and Proprietary Information
- Prepared Requests for Information (RFI), and Requests for Quote (RFQ); Request for Proposals and analyzed supplier responses and quotes
- Lead cross-functional team efforts to support customer requirements; to include delivery of parts to support aircraft schedule; and the successful development of suppliers through Lean Initiatives
0-5 years of experience
Apply Business knowledge to make key buying decisions as an authorized agent of the Boeing Company.
- Initiate action in the Buyer/Planner function on various Raw Material desks in support of production programs.
- Work with Boeing’s supply base to ensure timely delivery of raw materials with focus on first time quality.
- Build key relationships with supply base to execute contracts and ensure most competitive pricing is obtained for Boeing.
- Work with management to find creative solutions to business issues and facilitate the steps necessary for efficient resolution.
0-5 years of experience
Evaluate supplier quality, financial stability and performance for complex supplier transactions to include standard/non-standard materials and services. Develop requests for quotes and source equipment, materials and services. Provide cost analyses for multiple vendors in order to meet customer due dates and maximize profit for Insitu.
- Evaluate terms and conditions and flow down clauses to determine FAR 15 compliance. Prepare and execute negotiated contractual documents and other binding agreements.
- Assemble documentation packages for Certified Procurement System Review and update as needed.
- Follow up on orders placed, verify delivery and maintain all order documentation.
- Compile and analyze ERP data in spreadsheet format and update ERP order status and other vital information as needed.
10+ years of experience
Responsible for the procurement and inventory of all commodities and equipment for the hospital
- Managed and supervised the operations of the hospital’s general and mechanical storerooms
- Responsible for the budgeting and expenditures of all hospital commodities and equipment items
- Assistant to the Business Manager in all hospital business matters
6-10 years of experience
Procurement Agent responsible for managing and processing purchase orders with an annual spend of $210M +for Pole Line Hardware and Wood Poles.
- Negotiates and Coordinates contracts for materials and services
- Process purchase orders / change orders daily
- Create RFP formal bid packages
- Provides advice, solutions and recommendations on strategic decision plans
- Responsible for supplier management, strategic plans and performance metric
- Accountable for regulatory compliance (eg. NERC CIP, Audits, SOX)
0-5 years of experience
Support the Supply Chain team in maintaining a work environment focused on quality and fosters learning, respect, open communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Interact with internal / external customers working for a manufacture aerostructure’s industry.
- Conduct, manage, and maintain shortage material and Schenkers’ Grief material stock to reduce shortages and product variability, and arrive at optimal solutions utilizing skills of SAP, pivot tables, charts, spreadsheets, and SharePoint.
- Interface with suppliers / vendors regarding material shortages / purchase orders to determine Root Cause Corrective Action.
- Process shipments with / without Reference using FileNet and SAP.
- Process and submit invoices, Sanction to Spend for raw materials and production parts to corporate office using SAP. Set up new vendor accounts and remittance information.
6-10 years of experience
- Purchase medical services and supplies for Boeing clinics nationwide
- RFP for medical records off-site management achieved $ 870K cost savings
- Provide monthly contract and project status reports to Chief Medical Officer
- Handle international service consultant contracts
- Contract review of Corporate sponsorships and donations
- 2015 Testing, training, and user – new consultant management system (Beeline)
10+ years of experience
- Responsible for purchase, credit card orders, vouchers, and contracts for various types of goods and services.
- Prepared documents, reports and maintain vendor agreement paper and electronic files.
- Schedule meetings with bidders and contactors.
- Managed negotiations including quote reviews, vendor inquiries, contract terms, modifications and extensions.
- Monitored orders on an ongoing basis, evaluating progress and quality, managing issue resolution process with vendors and coordinate corrective actions as necessary.
0-5 years of experience
- SSPN (Shared Services Procurement & Payable Network) focal for managing all supplier related activities associated with new SSPN suppliers being ramped/added to the new SSPN Payable Procurement System.
- Oversees & support SSPN/ECES (E-Commerce) team SSG/SM&P SSPN BERT Focal supplier ramp up for sites (St. Louis, Mesa & Philadelphia) utilizing TPS system & new SSPN system.
- Trained non-production buyers, customers and suppliers how to use the new Boeing Oracle SSPN procurement system (database).
- Managed the assignments & supported up to 22 buyers in how to perform follow up with their suppliers to ensure completion of the supplier registration packets on requested delivery dates.
- Managed and created the new SSPN vendor’s codes in the new Oracle procurement database.
- Managed the Help Desk & was the contact person for the new SSPN vendors if they should have system questions.
- Assisted SSPN/ECES suppliers & customers in completing accounts, loans set up and passwords applications.
- Developed and approved small business supplier conferences.
- Managed & facilitated small business potential new or future business contracts.
- Developed, managed, encouraged & trained buyers how to procure contract services & support equipment from small business, woman owned & minority owned vendors.
0-5 years of experience
Buyer and subcontract administrator for 11 Honeywell and 14 L3 Communications subcontracts with Boeing in support of the International Space Station (ISS)
- Currently working multiple new business opportunities for the ISS, including new procurement for both avionics hardware and software. Developing new sources within Boeing for Orion capsule.
- Definitized several over age undefinitzed purchase contracts, and added new effort to existing purchase contracts. Negotiated and settled terms and conditions with diverse suppliers.
- Multi-tasking environment providing support to various elements in Logistics and Avionics and Software disciplines.
6-10 years of experience
Acts as an authorized agent of the company to commit company resources up to $300k without approval for large spares and tactical aircraft.
- Oversees supplier related activities, Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions. Including FAR requirements for US Government contracts.
- Ensures compliance with all relevant Boeing procedures and contract requirements.
- Manages contract terminations and closeouts.
- Monitors supplier capability, capacity and business health. Builds successful supplier relationships
- Supports or participates in supply chain integration or enterprise process improvement teams.
- Negotiates pricing and all other elements of the contract terms and conditions.
- Participates in company cross-functional team efforts with suppliers and/or customers. Employs project management tools
- Leads project reviews with suppliers. Assists in facilitating, integrating and documenting technical and business communications between Boeing, supplier(s) and customers.
- Understanding of how to process DD250’s in WAWF for government shipments.
0-5 years of experience
- Engage with providers in requesting competitive bids for hardware and services covering varied needs from internal customers.
- Perform contractual analysis in accordance with procurement policy.
- Manage client relations responsible for fulfillment of office miscellaneous equipment.
- Support internal customers on a daily basis, providing Procurement insight.
- Support the invoicing process while providing cross-departmental assistance with aim to achieve efficiency in vendor relations.
- Create operation documents and guidelines that align with procurement policies.
0-5 years of experience
- Drafts a variety of procurement documents, including RFQs and purchase orders.
- Executes purchase orders, with authority to approve and award orders up to $100,000.00.
- Negotiates with prospective vendors to establish optimal methods and the most favorable terms for Authority purchase orders and contracts.
- Prepares preliminary determinations of responsiveness and responsibility including audits of various financial documents.
0-5 years of experience
- Thoroughly familiar with purchasing guidelines for the State of Mississippi
- Speaks with vendors about accounts and reconciles accounts
- Researches and reviews requests quotes for goods and services
- Ensures compliance of purchasing rules and regulations set forth by the State of Mississippi
- Analyzes and prepares purchase orders, contracts, and bids
- Daily use of MAGIC for purchase orders, RFx’s, and contracts
Procurement Agent Duties and Responsibilities
The type of organization a procurement agent works for will determine the exact roles and responsibilities they take on. Based on job listings we analyzed, a procurement agent’s duties typically involve:
Develop Purchasing Strategies A key task for procurement agents is to develop a profitable strategy that saves the client money and ensures quality goods are supplied to meet their needs.
Oversee Supplier Performances Procurement agents oversee supplier-related activities and their performance to ensure that they’re meeting compliance. They also coordinate with these companies to resolve any issues that arise.
Implement Negotiation Techniques Negotiating with suppliers to determine preferable contract terms or get better prices is an important aspect of a procurement agents job. They implement negotiation techniques in order to efficiently and professionally communicate with external companies.
Submit Reports Procurement agents prepare and submit detailed reports that highlight the revenue or expenditure, which are based on records that are maintained and updated regularly throughout the procurement process.
Manage Relationships Procurement agents manage and develop relationships with suppliers and clients, and part of their day-to-day role is to ensure the quality of the goods and delivery, as well as the terms of the contract, are met.
Procurement Agent Skills and Qualifications
Procurement agents have an analytical approach to tasks, excellent communication skills, and demonstrated numerical abilities. Typically, employers will require a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a similar subject, as well as the following abilities:
- Interpersonal Skills – Procurement agents need to be able to build relationships with suppliers and clients, so having good communication skills are important to be able to do this effectively
- Analytical Mindset – When evaluating suppliers, procurement agents need to be able to analyze the options available and look at the price, quality, and service
- Negotiating Abilities – A key part of this job is negotiating terms and conditions of a contract or prices for products and supplies, so effective negotiating skills are vital in being a successful procurement agent
- Organizational Skills – In order to keep clients or supervisors informed of progress and to provide transaction updates, information on contract changes, and updates on shipments, procurement agents need to have strong organizational skills
- Computer Skills – Procurement agents need to be computer literate in order to use word processors and spreadsheet programs for typing up correspondences or reports
Procurement Agent Education and Training
The minimum requirement to become a procurement agent is a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a similar subject. However, a master’s degree in these subjects would be advantageous in standing out against other applicants. Procurement agents usually learn the skills for this role through on-the-job training. There are also several certifications available for procurement agents. Some employers may require these certificates, but others may not. For example, the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) offers two certifications for workers in federal, state, and local government. These certifications often involve work experience requirements, along with a written and oral examination.
Procurement Agent Salary and Outlook
The median annual salary for procurement agents is $57,000. Procurement agents in the 10th percentile earn around $38,000 a year, while the highest paid earn over $86,000 annually. Bonus schemes and profit-sharing opportunities can amount to around $5,000 and $4,000 respectively. Location and level of experience impact the pay level for this role, and most employers offer dental plans and medical insurance as part of their benefits package. The BLS predicts that the growth rate for this sector is expected to decline by 3 percent through 2026.
Helpful Resources
Interested in learning more about this strategic position? We’ve collected some of the best resources to help you build a career as a procurement agent:
Procurement Agent Passbook – For those looking to gain certification for their role as a procurement agent, this book by Jack Rudman will help to prepare them for the test by teaching the core skills and knowledge required to achieve great results.
The Construction Purchasing Agent Handbook – This handbook by Travis D. Tilton is suited to anyone working as a procurement agent for the construction industry specifically, detailing the equipment, processes, and day-to-day tasks that procurement agents will deal with. From supplier management to basic construction purchasing, this is a helpful reference guide to help achieve success in this role.
Procurement Professionals – This professional community of over 370,000 members is a great space for sharing knowledge, information, and networking with others in the industry. The group covers a range of related topics, such as recruitment, news, and work issues, so it’s a good group to gain knowledge from, particularly for those new to the industry. DeltaBid Blog – DeltaBid specializes in procurement, so this blog is a great source of useful information and ideas that can be applied to the workplace to make processes and systems more efficient.