Procurement Specialist II

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is seeking a Procurement Specialist II. The Procurement Specialist II will purchase material, equipment, supplies and or services in accordance with prescribed purchasing regulations and procedures based on TGCS Service demands. Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions. Provides guidance on purchasing procedures to requestors and suppliers. Creates Purchase Orders to suppliers and communicates requirements; at times adjusting quantities to realize cost savings for the company. This position requires initiative, independent judgment and adherence to established Procurement policies and procedures. Individual may act as a trainer to other team members on Oracle. 

Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist II: 

• Receive and analyze system-created Baxter planning and departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information; contacts department or initiator to clarify or complete information; determines method to process requisition based on dollar amount, timeliness required. Selects approved supplier to procure requisitioned commodities, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality and delivery date and creates purchase orders. 

• Determines best cost savings by reviewing price tiering and forecast. 

• Understanding of Oracle Procurement roles and Baxter MRP processes. 

• Identifies requesting Baxter MRP requirements and works with suppliers to meet needs. 

• Communicates with supplier as needed on delivery and invoice requirements. 

• Work with Global Distribution Centers to coordinate return of material to Supplier if appropriate. 

• Troubleshoot Oracle problems to meet purchasing needs. 

• Resolves purchasing problems between department and supplier. 

• Work with various departments on planning, receiving and invoicing issues 

• Interprets and communicates purchasing procedures to departments; assists departments in initiating requisitions. 

• Act as resource to train other team members on Oracle processes 

Required Skills: 

• 4-year Degree in Business or related area of study or at least four (4) years of procurement and supply chain experience. 

• Strong, demonstrated knowledge of Oracle or other ERP system. 

• Strong Communication skills (Verbal & Written) 

• Must be organized self-starter, detail oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 

• Must be comfortable with the team environment and asking for help when needed 

• Maintaining good supplier relationships and have difficult conversations on performance as needed 

• Must be comfortable working through details of accounts payable issues to ensure invoice payment to suppliers 

• Must be able to train others as needed 

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ABOUT THE COMPANY  

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is a dynamic billion-dollar global company based in Research Triangle Park, NC, providing retail store solutions to your favorite brands.  Have you ever been in a hurry and made use of the self-checkout at Lowe’s Foods, earned fuel rewards at Kroger, or just paid for purchases at retailers such as Walmart, Michaels, Carrefour, The Gap, Calvin Klein, Boots, Cencosud, BJ’s, or Costco?  These are just a few examples of our in-store solutions and impressive customer base that made us the world's installed market share leader.   

The nature of retail is changing quickly, so if you share our 'Together Commerce' vision of a seamless two-way, participatory shopping experience, let’s get together to drive the new economy.   

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc. offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package including the following: 

Group health coverage (medical, dental, & vision) 

Employee Assistance Programs 

Pre-tax spending accounts 

401(k) plan (with company match) 

Company provided life insurance 

Pet Insurance 

Employee discounts 

Generous paid holiday schedule, paid vacation & sick/personal days 

EEO  

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, religious creed, disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation or any other protected factor. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should email benefits@toshibagcs.com to request an accommodation.  

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  

We at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions firmly believe that our people are an integral part to the success of our customers. Furthermore, we’re committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all our people as highlighted by our 5 Core Principles (Create Outreach, Foster Belonging, Unleash Opportunity, Diverse Cultural Engagement and Culture of Transparency).  We’re passionate about our customers in the retail industry and becoming a more responsible company as we help create a brighter future.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROTECTED VETERANS/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES  

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)