Procurement Specialist in Minnesota

The Position:

This role requires a proactive, detail and goal-oriented, assertive person with strong communication and negotiation skills. The Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in managing our supply chain and ensuring timely procurement of materials and components necessary for business. The ideal candidate will have a deep comprehension of procurement processes, supplier management and technical understanding, preferably in the packaging industry.

Job Duties:

• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best quality, pricing and terms for materials, components, and machined parts
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (engineering, sales, spare parts, accounting, technicians, leadership, etc.) in a positive, proactive manner; including our parent German company
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manage supplier performance to...