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Intrepid Fiber Networks · 18 hours ago

Procurement Specialist

Eden Prairie, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$60K/yr - $80K/yr

3+ years exp

Intrepid Fiber Networks is dedicated to improving internet accessibility for all. The Procurement Specialist will identify, engage, and manage suppliers of goods and services, ensuring the highest quality at the best prices for the company.

ConsumerInfrastructureTelecommunications

Responsibilities

Monitoring order volumes across queues and workload balancing. Weekly management of inventory across a few locations to ensure adequate volumes for both construction and operations vendors

Coordination of incoming and outgoing shipments, including managing the schedule, logistics, and maintaining internal quantity minimums

Supporting the development and implementation of systems and processes used to engage and manage engineering, construction, operations, material, and maintenance vendors

Preparing proposals and requesting quotes from vendors, and supporting negotiations of purchase terms and conditions

Collecting and inputting accurate information to report on and measure the performance of vendors, as well as assisting with the timely and accurate fulfillment of purchase orders

Maintaining supplies for local field employees

Adhering to current contracts, systems, and processes

Assuring adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Vendor managementNegotiation skillsInventory managementProcurement experienceCustomer serviceQuality managementEfficiencyOrganizational supportDependabilityProblem solvingTeamworkAdaptabilityInitiative

Required

3+ years of experience in a related field or position, experience related directly to procuring and managing a diverse group of goods and services vendors for a large fiber-based network preferred but not required

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; meets commitments

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above one's own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed

Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness with strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Efficiency – Intrigued by finding new or better ways to improve the process through simplification or automation

Organizational support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports the organization's goals and values

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan

Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed

Benefits

Medical Plans: Various options, including high-deductible plans with lower premiums. Preventive care is covered at 100%, and you have access to a wide network of providers.

401(k) Plan: Includes a company match to help you save for retirement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Provides support for personal and work-related issues.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Starts accruing on your first day.

Additional benefits can include Dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, company vehicle or mileage reimbursement, and other perks.