Procurement Specialist

At World Kinect, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.
 

The Procurement Specialist with World Kinect performs all duties related to purchase order entry and post entry supply chain tracking.  Interacts with suppliers to maintain current price files and delivery scheduling.  Interacts with internal personnel as a liaison between supply orders and demand orders and established operational parameters.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

• Health Benefits: Medical with HSA and FSA options; three plans to choose from to fit your needs. Dental, Vision, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program.
• Prepare for the Future: 401K Retirement Plan with company matching.
• Rest and Relaxation: 160 hours Paid Time Off + 9 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Company paid Short-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Learning and Development: LinkedIn Learning.
• Additional Perks: Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accident/Critical Illness Insurance, Legal/Identity Theft Protection.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the accurate entry, proofing, maintenance and submission of purchase orders based on customer demand, stock replenishment and management direction.
• Maintain superior level of accuracy while creating and verifying purchase order information including proper product costing, shipping instructions, etc.
• Resolve changes and discrepancies, and update purchase order information accordingly.
• Routine purchase order review and follow-up, and expediting of orders.
• Communicate professionally and courteously directly with suppliers in relation to order processing as required to resolve issues and receive order acknowledgements.
• Maintain stock levels of supplies through established min/max as well as future demand forecast information for all wholesale lubricant inventoried sku’s.

• Generate intra-company stock transfers from primary stocking warehouse(s) to assigned satellite warehouse(s) locations to maintain stock levels based on established schedules and procedures.

• Maintain customer backorder report with current expected arrival dates of product/packs and follow through to ensure fulfillment of orders in a timely manner.
• Process all customer specific and warehouse location demand forecast request submitted for your area of responsibility.
• Provide a high level of service to internal / external customers.
• Maintain appropriate stocking levels based on established parameters.
• Execute good judgment based on the best interest of the company.
• Maintain a positive attitude while performing effectively under pressure.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely, positive manner.
• Stay familiar with Company and Department policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong communication skills internally and externally.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong knowledge of MS Office
• High attention to detail
• Ability to make quick decisions
• Organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to thrive under pressure

EDUCATION

Associate’s Degree (A.A.) or equivalent desired or over six-months experience in similar position.

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World Kinect is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.