Specialist, Procurement

FedEx Supply Chain
401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
Oct 01, 2024
About FedEx Supply Chain FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), is a leader in the third-party logistics industry offering a diverse service portfolio that enables commerce for businesses. With a proven track record of innovation and operational excellence, FedEx Supply Chain takes a consultative approach to optimize logistics processes, implement innovative technology and drive continuous improvement. By leveraging best practices and the world-renowned FedEx network, FedEx Supply Chain delivers leading solutions that provide flexibility, enable scalability and improve cost-effectiveness for customers. Through more than 11,000 employees, 130 operations and 35 million square feet of warehouse space, FedEx Supply Chain manages nearly 150 million packages and processes 358 million returns each year. For more information, go to supplychain.fedex.com. We Have.... A strong FedEx brand consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers. A top notch leadership team with the experience needed to grow and develop your career. An open mind for new ideas and creative methods. A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and much more! *No sponsorship or relocation assistance available for this position.* General Summary.... The Procurement Specialist ensures that a variety of goods and services are acquired from qualified vendors/suppliers and delivered according to agreed terms and conditions. An important aspect of this role is seeking maximum value for the company through time and cost agreements. This position will be responsible for..... Provides procurement support and maintains purchase agreements and purchase orders ensuring a consistent, best value approach to obtaining goods and services. Ensure that materials, goods and services are procured on time, to target costs and that deliverables meet the specified technical requirements. Handle a wide variety of commodities and be knowledgeable of qualified sources of supply, market conditions and trends. Participate in formulating near and long term buying strategies to ensure quality and continuity of supply while minimizing total cost. Maintain well documented purchase order files and follow up on open purchase orders. Negotiate, place and maintain the purchase order files for large dollar procurements which may include complex terms and conditions and extensive follow-up. Single point of contact for suppliers on critical project deliverables, includes status updates to the project team on PO life cycle up until delivery to the job sites. Continually analyzing pricing and purchasing habits in an effort to minimize cost while maximizing efficiency. Effectively communicate across multiple functions and levels while building relationships to ensure quality. You might be a greatfit if.... Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree inrelated field preferred and 6 years of relevant experience. In lieu of degree, highschool diploma or GED and 8 years of relevant experience. Project ManagementSkills Experience working withsuppliers on developing delivery schedules. Solid understanding ofsupply chain and inventory management systems. A working knowledge ofthe FAR/DFARS. CPSR experience a plus. Excellentorganizational and written, verbal, and social communication skills. Cross-functionalcollaboration experience. Physical/Cognitive Requirements With orwithout accommodation: Ability to follow policies andprocedures. Ability to read, write and interpretinformation. Ability to add, subtract, multiply anddivide. Ability to use hands to manipulate,handle, or feel. Ability to sit/walk/stand for up to 8hours per day. Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close,distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. FedEx Supply Chain, Inc., as well as its subsidiary companies, is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact FSC.TalentAcquisition@fedex.com. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training and a candidate's work experience. Pay Range:** 50000.00 (Min) - 73701.00 (Mid) - 97402.00 (Max) Yearly