Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
C1 company overview: convergeone: 1 contact, 1 connection, 1 choice
Convergeone is the foremost, single-source provider of advanced communications and data technology for businessThat means if it`s digital, we connect our customers to it - from phone systems and hardware to computer networks, application development, managed solutions and moreAnd we`re 100% passionate with designing, implementing, managing and supporting our customers` every need from end to end, so that they can focus on what they do best.
So, when it comes to joining a team of it and communications technology pros who are empowered to do what they do best, your best choice - your #1 choice - is convergeoneCharged by greatness video: https://www.dropbox.com/s/62ewzbd6hglwker/convergeone%20final.mp4?dl=0 overview:
Summary
The primary responsibility of the srPurchasing agent is to be the liaison between the presales masr/isr team, design engineering, solution architect and vendorsThis position provides support to the purchasing teams, and is responsible for buying equipment, software products, support and services for customers direct with manufacturers or through distributionIt is a critical role with significant decision-making ability to ensure the business realizes the targeted discounts, payment terms and leverage on all vendor contracts to reduce costs.
Responsibilities:
Essential functions
Oversees the coordination of questions/issues/challenges with the presales team including the isr, masr’s along with purchasing on booked orders regarding quotes with vendors such as placing po’s for multiple year support, vendor discounts on po’s, modified payment terms requests, etc.
Leads purchasing type projects such as specific vendor reporting for ndg, dell, cisco when requested by accounting, marketing, and sales
Collaborates as subject matter expert with accounting, legal and other departments on invoice resolutions, vendor contract issues, monitors the outcome and intervene as needed
Oversees the documentation provided to the rfp team from a procurement operations standpoint and may participate in award determination; ensures compliance with governing rules and policies
Maintains vendor website login information; stays informed of updated literature, and vendor product offerings
Leads the training for new employees of c1’s financial and all backoffice systems
Updates and maintains key performance indicators developed by the purchasing manager and assists with the development and documentation of all policies and procedures for purchasing
Leads purchasing related activities as it pertains to dispute resolution or problem remediation with suppliers while working closely with the srProcurement contract analysts on outcome
Creates purchase orders to vendors/manufacturers with the correct quantity and cost and provide support as needed regarding backorders, lead time, and eta for delivery
Provides audit information as requested by internal auditors and rsm such as pod, tracking, vendor confirmations
Works closely with the procurement analyst teams with new item set up and vendor onboarding regarding vendor order mgt, where to send a po, portal login, updated contact information, where to send invoices, etc.
Directs and trains other purchasing agents as needed regarding vendor portals, quotes, etc.
Acts as supervisor when manager or direct supervisor is not available
Completes any additional projects assigned by the east/west coast purchasing managers
Performs detailed work related to purchasing with good judgement, accuracy, and promptness
Communicates effectively, follow and give oral and written directions, interact with the public in a helpful, courteous, and friendly manner
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
Demonstrates sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population
Maintains all purchasing methods, procedures, and specifications preparation, complex purchasing software
Additional specific duties and responsibilities
Runs open purchase order reports for po’s over 60 days and provide monthly updates to manager
Calculates and add freight cost to the sales order billable to the customer (free freight for c1)
Provides tracking, sw information and support dates to the ra team for po receipt
Maintains clear communication and resolve any issues that arise with sales, receiving, rma, and warehouse
Attends vendor workshops to improve knowledge on new items
Sets priorities taking into account short and long term needs of the business
Qualifications:
Required qualifications
High school diploma/ged
3+ years procurement experience
Self-starter with the ability to work alone and with a team
Problem solver with the ability to organize multiple priorities, task, and requests
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and microsoft outlook
Attention to detail
Desired/preferred qualifications
Prior experience in a telecommunications environment
College degree
Additional information: work environment ability to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast-paced environmentThis job operates in a professional office environmentThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical environment
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Other duties/changes
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of a team member for this jobDuties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without noticeAt any point in time, the essential functions and primary duties associated with this position will be the principal, major or most important duties, responsibilities and activities that the employee is expected to perform as determined and directed by convergeone.
Eeo statement
Convergeone provides equal employment opportunities (eeo) to all team members and applicants for employment opportunitiesAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and all team members will be treated with respect to their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran statusFor further details please view the equal employment opportunity posters provided by ofccpHttp://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm overview (text only): summary the primary responsibility of the srPurchasing agent is to be the liaison between the presales masr/isr team, design engineering, solution architect and vendorsThis position provides support to the purchasing teams, and is responsible for buying equipment, software products, support and services for customers direct with manufacturers or through distributionIt is a critical role with significant decision-making ability to ensure the business realizes the targeted discounts, payment terms and leverage on all vendor contracts to reduce costs.
