Title:
Procurement Specialist
ASTOUND Group - Las Vegas, NV
WHO WE ARE...
ASTOUND is a global experience design company that specializes in the design and execution of memorable experiences for companies to share with their customers. ASTOUND is a multi-faceted business whose services include architectural fabrication, brand strategy, and development, retail design and store rollouts, digital engagements, trade show booths, branded events, and environments. ASTOUND’s offices span North America, with fabrication facilities that exceed 600,000 square feet. Key office locations include Las Vegas and Toronto.
ASTOUND’s projects span over 40 countries, and their clients are some of the most well-recognized brands across multiple industry sectors including consumer products, sports and entertainment, telecommunications, and technology.
JOB SUMMARY:
The procurement specialist is the point of contact between our vendors and ASTOUND personnel. As a procurement specialist, you will coordinate purchasing with the Project Managers, Project coordinators, operations, and accounting. As a member of the procurement department, you will be responsible for verifying RPOs, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders, assure that the ordered material will meet project deadlines, budget verification, and control. keep constant communication on the status of these orders and verify the receipt of the items.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
- Verifies RPOs by comparing items requested to master Lists; recommending alternatives, and revising unclear items with the requester.
- Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and prices.
- Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
- Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipment in order with suppliers.
- Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
- Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
- Orders raw materials and helps manage inventory
- Source project-related items
- Assist the Estimation Department.
- Liaises with Production and Project team members on material purchasing.
- Liaises with Logistics to coordinate shipments.
- Work with AP to collect missing invoices and correct purchase orders
- Assist with credit card reconciliation
- Create new vendor accounts
- Meet with potential and existing vendors to get samples, product briefs, and working relationships
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred 1-2 years of procurement experience, preferably in project-based industries such as trade shows, events, or custom fabrication.
- Good communication skills both written and oral
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to negotiate and effectively source materials
- Ability to read blueprints, and shop renderings
- Good math skills
- Excellent Client and customer service skills
- Efficient clerical skills
- Detail-oriented,Forward-thinking, Fast-acting
- Knows how to use Excel, Word, and Office 365
- Previous knowledge and experience in Procurement are assets.
- Supply Management
- Tracking Budget Expenses
- Vendor relationships
- Organization
- Cost Accounting
THE VALUES YOU ALIGN WITH:
Just as important as the skills you bring to our team, is alignment with our values. This means that as a collective we will collaborate with the same mindset to deliver incredible, market leading experiences for our clients.
- Steadfast Courage - We fearlessly take on challenges and make bold decisions to achieve remarkable results.
- Unwavering Integrity - We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and prioritize honesty, transparency, and professionalism.
- Boundless Creativity - We push boundaries with innovative, collaborative ideas that surpass expectations and create unforgettable experiences.
- Unparalleled Service - We fearlessly take on challenges and make bold decisions to achieve remarkable results.
- Insatiable Curiosity - We never stop learning, exploring, and taking risks to create breakthrough experiences.
- Constant Collaboration - We thrive on teamwork, leverage diverse perspectives, and support each other to deliver experiences greater than the sum of their parts.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
The compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Our employees are entitled to a standard set of benefits, including health and dental insurance and 401(k) with company match.
- Excellent Medical Insurance
- Excellent Dental Insurance
- Excellent Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
- 401K matching program after 90 days of employment
- 100% Company Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Referral Program
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
At ASTOUND, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, customers, and the communities we operate exist in a safe, productive, and enriching environment for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.