Sr. Procurement Specialist

Job Summary

The Senior Specialist is responsible for operational, analytical, and strategic sourcing execution.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Procurement Systems & Processes – Accountable for timely SAP system set-up, maintenance, and P2P reconciliations.

• Identify and implement process improvements to procurement change management (i.e. clear communication to stakeholders).

• Supply Chain Support – Responsible to understand and lead resolution of day-to-day procurement-related supply chain issues.

• Collaborate with Operational Procurement and Conversion to drive quantifiable continuous improvement in supply, quality and service.

• Collaborate, Communicate, & Drive Action – Communicate effectively and document plans to drive alignment among internal partners and suppliers. Has experience in escalating issues with concise background that prompts urgent action as well as inform leadership.

• Supplier Relationship Management – Analyze and communicate supplier performance data in accordance with negotiated supply agreements to drive continuous improvement

• Effective communication style that drives alignment among user groups and suppliers with conflicting objectives.
• Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing to drive quantified continuous improvement

• Effective Sourcing - Negotiate, implement and manage contracts to ensure optimum and sustainable total cost of ownership and reliable supply.

• Manage CCBSS’s Category Management & 7 Step Strategic Sourcing Process

• Analyze market forecasts and projections to develop and update budgets on an ongoing basis

Key Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and analytical skills required.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering or related discipline

Years of Experience

• 5 to 7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related IT discipline

Required Travel

Travel is not expected in this job, however, employees may be asked to travel for meetings or training on occasion.

Hybrid Work Environment

CCBSS operates a hybrid working environment. This is a teleworking role that requires working at a CCBSS office location on a regular basis (or a minimum number of days per month or week) at the manager’s discretion. The number of days required at a CCBSS office location is at the manager’s discretion and is subject to change depending on business needs.

Total Rewards, Totally Rewarding

We are one family supporting the Coca-Cola bottling system in North America. Our work is indispensable to our partners and makes an impact in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and to rewarding exceptional performance. We expect a lot from our team — after all, it’s their exceptional work that helps CCBSS support the Coca-Cola bottling system in North America. To keep everyone motivated and energized, we offer a comprehensive benefit and rewards package.

• Work-Life Integration- Vacation, floating holidays, parental leave, flexible work environment
• Competitive Base Salary- A base salary or hourly wage rate in line with market rates for the job duties and skills required
• Rewards & Recognition- Acknowledging our employee’s contributions
• Retirement Plans & Guidance- Programs to assist associates in saving for retirement
• Health & Welfare Plans- Medical, life, and disability insurance plans

Company Message

Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Service, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.