Procurement Buyer II - Indirect Facilities, Construction, And Safety

Who is Swire Coca-Cola? We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola and other beverage brands in America. Our 7,200 hardworking and passionate employees produce and distribute more than 50 brands and flavors across 13 states. We have as many careers as we have flavors, and regardless of which role you choose, you have a direct impact on Swire Coca-Cola, our products, and the communities we call home.

At Swire Coca-Cola, our commitment to excellence is what guides our actions with our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays and Company Discounts.

What does a Procurement Buyer II do at Swire Coca-Cola?

Negotiates pricing, facilitates purchases, and coordinates all activities required to purchase assigned commodities for U.S. operations. Locates and develops suppliers that can meet current and future commodity needs. Coordinates with other departments to solve supply problems. Supporting Supply Chain (Facilities, Constructions, and Safety)

Responsibilities

• Sourcing

• Create and release RFPs/RFQs following the 7-step sourcing process

• Negotiates to targeted cost based on ideal cost level not just budget level

• Considers the business' strategy and priorities during sourcing not just cost targets

• Tracks key market factors that impact commodity/project costs

• Source on time with the client's needs in mind

• Market Intelligence

• Stay current with market trends for assigned commodities

• Help implement technological/process opportunities to keep business ahead of competition and improve operations

• Supplier Relations

• Build and strengthen supplier relationships

• Facilitate communication between internal and external stakeholders related to supplier performance

• Maintain high level of integrity to ensure all suppliers treated fairly

• Pricing

• Receive and validate pricing from supplier

• Maintain accurate records about pricing history

• Accurately forecast impact of price change

• Validate that requested price changes are accurate and include all documentation

• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree business, procurement, supply chain or related field required

• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) CIPS Level 2 preferred

• 2+ years Sourcing in non-production commodities required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

• SAP Ariba

Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Other details

• Pay Type Salary

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• Tempe, AZ, USA