Senior Procurement Specialist Job

Primary location:Kansas City,Missouri
Relocation offered:Yes
Employment status:Full-Time
Travel:<10%
Non-compete:No

The estimated base salary range for this role is $80,000 to $90,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Zahner, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

Standard benefit package offerings: medical, dental, prescription drugs, life insurance
Vacation and sick time

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Zahner, a wholey owned subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries is looking for a Sr. Procurement Specialist who is responsible for overseeing Zahner's commodity and raw material purchasing process, ensuring that all necessary goods and services are acquired at the best possible value while maintaining quality standards. This role plays a strategic role in cost control, risk mitigation, and vendor/supplier management. As part of the Supply Chain team, the role is also responsible for understanding, supporting, and backing up logistics and strategic sourcing functions.

Essential Duties:

• Procurement Strategy Development: Create and implement cost-effective plans for purchasing goods and services that align with business goals.
• Commodities: Act as subject matter expert on commodity trends and Supply Chain lead-times. Make well-thought-through suggestions to internal stakeholders.
• Internal Collaboration: Collaborate with Sales, Pre-Construction, and Operations to keep them informed, understand their needs, and ensure procurement processes support overall business objectives.
• Supplier Selection & Quotations: Support the process of sourcing and selecting new material suppliers by conducting appropriate selection/quotation processes.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, evaluate their performance, and ensure strong lines of communication.
• Negotiation & Contracts: Support the process to secure favorable terms, prices, and agreements with suppliers by participating in the negotiation of contracts and finalizing purchase details.
• Risk Management: Analyze data to anticipate potential problems like shortages, develop risk management procedures, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Performance Monitoring: Track key metrics, document procurement activities, and prepare reports for management on spending and performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously investigate opportunities for cost savings through potential new sources for necessary services or implementation of new processes.
• Supply Chain Team Support: Understand, support, and back up other supply chain functions, including Logistics and Strategic Sourcing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, construction management, finance, business administration, or related concentration.
• 5 years of relevant experience across various Supply Chain disciplines.
• At least 3 years of buying/purchasing/procurement experience specifically
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with a teamwork mentality and growth mindset.
• Strong capabilities in negotiation, strategic thinking, and adaptability.
• Full familiarity with MS Office tools, with strengths in the development and use of Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7 years of relevant experience across various Supply Chain disciplines.
• 3 years of manufacturing or construction industry purchasing or other supply chain experience.
• Previous vendor relationship management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of database management or Microsoft Excel.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, Travel Requirements:

• The physicaldemands represent requirements to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions may be available.
• Work is performed in an office environment with common office tools. Required to receive and make telephone calls, send and receive email, text, and instant messages, maintain documents/records, and communicate with coworkers and business partners.
• The majority of time is spent performing essential functions around a desk/table arrangement while occasionally moving to other locations for meetings, discussions, or observation.
• Must enter and interpret computer data, read, and file documents with small letters/numbers/symbols on documents and electronic devices.
• Moves devices/tools, pushes, and pulls, weighing less than 25 pounds. This includes lifting or raising small objects from the ground to a tabletop, occasionally lifting overhead.
• Travel by airplane and/or personal vehicle to and from other office locations is less than 5%.

Why should you join Zahner., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

For over a century, Zahner has been at the forefront of architectural metalwork, partnering with visionary artists and architects to bring extraordinary designs to life. As a global leader in architectural metal fabrication, we specialize in engineering, manufacturing, and installation of high-performance metal systems. From bespoke facades to groundbreaking project delivery, Zahner continues to push the boundaries of design and innovation.

Our signature products include ImageWall, a customizable solution for graphic perforated panels, along with metal screens and facades featuring our proprietary finishes and patinas on steel, stainless steel, copper, and zinc.

At Zahner, we are deeply committed to sustainability and workplace safety. We prioritize eco-conscious practices at every level of operation and are dedicated to fostering a safe, healthy environment for our employees, their families, and the communities we serve.

We have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
* Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
* Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
* Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
* Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
* Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Kansas City, Missouri)

Kansas City, Missouri, is the state's largest city by both population and area, spanning over 319 square miles. Located along the Missouri-Kansas border at the meeting point of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, it ranks among the top 25 largest cities in the U.S. by land area. Known for its vibrant and diverse neighborhoods-including the River Market, 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District, and the iconic Country Club Plaza-Kansas City boasts a rich cultural heritage. From world-famous Kansas City-style barbecue and strip steak to its roots in jazz, vaudeville, and theater, the city offers something for everyone. Home to beloved sports teams like the Chiefs and Royals and often called the "City of Fountains," Kansas City blends tradition, innovation, and community pride.

Zahner, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination and harassment on the applicable prohibited grounds under applicable human rights legislation, where individuals are treated with respect, have equal opportunities in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and can contribute meaningfully in the workplace once employed.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!