Associate - Inventory Management

Summary:

The Associate - Strategic Sourcing is responsible for developing sourcing strategies to reduce costs while developing an understanding of vendor spend. The scope of the position also includes execution of sourcing processes, contract & supplier management, development of supplier scorecards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (dependent on department):

- Assist in the analysis, development and implementation of cost savings initiatives

- Assist in coordination of negotiations, contract development, contract implementation, and supplier contract compliance

- Conduct ongoing business reviews to ensure suppliers are performing to contracted obligations and service levels

- Lead the suppliers and stakeholders of the supply chain through effective engagement and communication by delivering supplier awareness programs.

- Solicit advice from manager/sourcing team members regarding sourcing and procurement processes and protocol and apply appropriate solutions to issues for stakeholders.

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

- Currently enrolled in college - we’re open to candidates of all degrees – if you possess the intangibles above and the work sounds intriguing, we can teach you the rest

- General requirements include self-motivated individuals, involvement in activities outside college studies.

- Distinctive problem solving skills and an intellectual curiosity to solve unique and oftentimes complex problems

- Strong work ethic and high level of self-motivation and accountability to “get stuff done” – while you’ll receive regular coaching and feedback, we intentionally position our interns to be able to own their work

- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with occasionally tight deadlines

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Advanced Excel skills - familiarity with SQL a plus

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "