Purchasing Associate
Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement (80%):
Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives for G&A and HR categories, including, HR, Travel, Financial, Legal, services and corporate overhead, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Lead negotiations for contracts, supplier agreements, and service level agreements to optimize terms and conditions and achieve cost savings.
Collaborate closely with finance, legal, and department heads to align procurement strategies with business goals and support organizational growth.
Drive continuous improvement in procurement practices, utilizing analytics and market research to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency gains.
Monitor supplier performance, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service delivery expectations.
Transformational Leadership (20%):
Lead transformational procurement projects aimed at enhancing procurement processes, leveraging technology, and driving organizational efficiency.
Champion sustainability initiatives within the procurement function, promoting environmentally responsible sourcing practices and supplier diversity.
Develop and implement change management strategies to support procurement transformation initiatives.
Requirements::
This position will require building-from-scratch thinking in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
8-10 years of experience in strategic procurement, with a focus on G&A categories, ideally within the automotive or technology sector.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex supplier relationships to achieve optimal outcomes.
Strong written, verbal, organizational and program management skills.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
Proficiency in procurement tools and systems, along with advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance considerations relevant to procurement activities.
Passion for sustainability and familiarity with sustainable sourcing practices preferred.
Be a proactive self-starter comfortable navigating dynamic work environments with shifting priorities.
Effective in engaging and collaborating across different departments.
Experience in the Automotive Industry is ideal.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.