Procurement Specialist - Holland, MI (hybrid)
Company Overview
When you feel connected to your work, you feel more engaged. At Haworth, you can pursue a career that offers you ample opportunity to build your portfolio and expand your skillset in an exciting and inclusive environment. Join a company that values innovation, inspiration, and you!
HAWORTH is a global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. As a valued member of our team, you can make your mark on the world and reach your full potential within a culture of connectivity.
Why Haworth? Find out more here!
Here at Haworth, our members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment including:
- 20 Days Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy a whole month of relaxation, adventure, or whatever your heart desires! Plus, you can buy up to 5 extra days for even more fun.
- Health Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, Vision Insurance, and Earned Sick Time. Your well-being is our priority.
- 401k Benefit: Secure your future! Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match up to 7%. That’s a win-win for your retirement!
- Annual Bonus Programs: Get rewarded for your hard work with exciting annual bonuses. Your efforts truly pay off.
- Insurance Coverage: Rest easy with company-provided Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance. We’ve got you covered.
- On-Site Gym: Stay fit and energized with our well-equipped gym, open 24/7. Fitness at your convenience.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our Tuition Reimbursement program. Learning never stops!
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Make a difference with 8 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off. Give back to the community and feel great doing it.
- Optional Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy with our optional Pet Insurance. Because pets are family too.
- Zero Waste to Landfill: Be proud to work for a company committed to sustainability. We’re making the world a better place.
Job Overview
We are currently looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team in Holland, MI.
As a Procurement Specialist, you will:
Manage the procurement process for assigned categories, handling sourcing, supplier selection, price negotiation, order placement, and contract administration. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure procurement activities align with business needs.
Essential Functions
- Exercise Effective Use of Company Funds: Make sound purchasing decisions, ensuring the most effective use of company funds while adhering to company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Lead Supplier Quality Task Teams (SQTTs): Lead SQTTs to address supplier performance issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a Database and Generate Contracts: Maintain an accurate supplier database, generate purchase order contracts using Haworth systems, and utilize spreadsheet software to analyze and evaluate technical and financial data.
- Manage the Supplier Base: Effectively manage the supplier base and supply chain to ensure that lead times are met, quality standards are maintained, and on-time delivery is achieved, aligning with Haworth's objectives.
- Develop Sources of Supply: Develop new sources of supply for medium-risk commodities, including conducting competitive bidding processes, selecting suppliers, and negotiating contract terms.
- Participate in Project Teams: Actively participate in cross-functional project teams, representing the Purchasing function and providing valuable input on supply chain processes.
- Analyze Supplier Performance: Utilize Haworth systems to analyze supplier performance, identify areas for improvement, initiate corrective actions, and track the effectiveness of those actions.
- Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
- Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
- Performs other duties within scope as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or similar field of study.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in Supply Chain.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years experience directly in procurement and/or strategic sourcing preferred.
- Experience in the finished goods, steel, metals, fasteners, or similar commodity space.
- Experience using SAP.
- Advanced Excel and Data Analytics skills.
- Experience in automotive or the furniture industry.
