Procurement Specialist at Avery Brewing Co.
Grand Rapids, MI
About the Job
Position Summary
The Contracts/Procurement Specialist will prepare, review, negotiate, and administer contracts and purchase orders.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Duties/Responsibilities
The Contracts/Procurement Specialist will prepare, review, negotiate, and administer contracts and purchase orders.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Duties/Responsibilities
Reviews cost proposals and pricing information.
Prepares and administers contracts and purchase orders with specific vendors.
Compares bids from vendors and determines, or assists with determination, to whom contracts will be awarded.
Evaluates vendor proposals to ensure that all requirements are met.
Confirms that terms and delivery dates are accurate.
Evaluates competence of vendors and reviews their invoices for accuracy.
Maintains database regarding vendors’ performance and quality of product(s).
Assists the Procurement Manager defining the sourcing strategy of Mahou USA
Assist the Procurement Manager ensuring the proper implementation of the Procurement policy across the Company
Participates in budgeting and forecasting processes both for direct and indirect expenses
Participates in efficiency projects and/or other cross functional projects/process focused on streamlining the operations of the Company (Ej. Avanza, S&OP, ….)
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of contract principles and procedures.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent administrative skills.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.
Three years of relevant experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Prepares and administers contracts and purchase orders with specific vendors.
Compares bids from vendors and determines, or assists with determination, to whom contracts will be awarded.
Evaluates vendor proposals to ensure that all requirements are met.
Confirms that terms and delivery dates are accurate.
Evaluates competence of vendors and reviews their invoices for accuracy.
Maintains database regarding vendors’ performance and quality of product(s).
Assists the Procurement Manager defining the sourcing strategy of Mahou USA
Assist the Procurement Manager ensuring the proper implementation of the Procurement policy across the Company
Participates in budgeting and forecasting processes both for direct and indirect expenses
Participates in efficiency projects and/or other cross functional projects/process focused on streamlining the operations of the Company (Ej. Avanza, S&OP, ….)
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of contract principles and procedures.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent administrative skills.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.
Three years of relevant experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
