Operational Procurement Specialist

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world's natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 04/15/2024

Introduction:

We are seeking a Operational Procurement Specialist to join our Procurement team for After Market. You will be responsible for identifying cost effective pricing discrepancies, quality requirements, on time deliveries, payment terms and conditions aligned. This position is responsible for effectively managing procurement demand assigned by utilizing historical pricing and acquired quotation pricing, negotiated, and provided by the Strategic Procurement Group.

This position is mainly located in Brookfield, WI but we are happy to offer hybrid working options.

Team you belong to:

You will join a team of Procurement experts who value high ambition, putting our customer in the center of all we do, getting it done together and open and honest communication.

The members in our team are located in US and Mexico.

What you'll do:

• Analyze and prioritize execution on procurement transactions to meet customer demands.

• Manage supplier performances, including on time delivery and the ability to drive improved supplier deliveries.

• Identify issues/concerns independently throughout purchase order execution.

• Provide alternative solutions during procurement execution.

• Provide and manage, in an organized and timely manner, progress status of orders, throughout procurement execution.

• Timely creation of purchase orders (2 days) for assigned commodities and ensuring review of order acknowledgments within 7 days of PO creation ensuring noncompliance of PO is escalate to internal departments.

• Invoice VS PO analysis.

• Timely review and respond to the internal communication requests received through the OM Ticketing Tool.

• Ensure shipments coordination with Logistics Teams.

• Responsible to maintain cost and lead time data in SAP in collaboration with Sourcing/Tactical.

Who you are:

• 5 years of subcontract mechanical manufacturing experience.

• Low volume high mix (HMLV).

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent Customer Services Skills.

• Excellent Interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Experience preferable in SAP/MM environment.

• Basic technical knowledge and understanding of blueprints.

• Experience with products in Metso's offering is a plus.

What's in it for you:

• An inspiring purpose

• Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.

• Wellbeing and safety

• Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services.

• Compensation and rewards

• Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefits, and meal benefits.

• Hybrid working possibilities

• While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.

• A thriving culture

• We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.

• Extensive learning opportunities

• Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.

• Worldwide support

• Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Get in touch:

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click 'Apply now' to leave your application.

For additional information, please contact: Charline Avila, Talent Acquisition Specialist charline.avila@metso.com

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

How to join

• Working at Metso

• About Metso

• Diversity and Inclusion

• Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial