Senior Procurement Specialist

ATI
United States, Pennsylvania, Natrona Heights
1300 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2025
Proven to Perform. From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us. ATI is seeking to hire a Senior Procurement Specialist to support our Specialty Rolled Products business unit. This position will have a hybrid work arrangement based at our offices in Natrona Heights, PA. The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for procurement and sourcing of indirect materials and services used by Specialty Rolled Products. This individual will analyze internal and external data to identify spend reduction opportunities, rally support for the projects, and lead initiatives to reduce the total cost of ownership of the spend category. This position is also responsible for converting requisitions to purchase orders and resolving any issues during the procure-to-pay process. A successful candidate will meet challenging commercial goals, build strong inter-functional relationships, and mitigate operational and financial risks in this role. Essential Functions Convert requisitions to purchase orders via Oracle Resolve issues during the procure-to-pay process Gather and analyze spend data, understand stakeholder requirements, assess current contract coverage and gaps, identify and vet potential suppliers, analyze market conditions, and formulate sourcing strategy Develop cost models and analyze trends Communicate and persuade cross-functional teams to help develop and execute projects Manage relationships with key cross functional stakeholders and suppliers Quickly respond to stakeholder requests, including supply needs and processing problems Write request for information, quotes, and proposals. Negotiate pricing and commercial agreements Present recommendations to senior leadership, explain opportunities and risks, and gaps in analysis Acknowledge mistakes and continuously learn Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 4 years of professional supply chain or procurement experience Preferred Qualifications Undergraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Economics Previous experience in purchasing Certified Professional in Supply Chain or Project Management Institute certification Project management experience Experience in a manufacturing industry Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills Strong interpersonal skills with ability to persuade, influence, and work with others Ability to prioritize and self-manage Motivated and disciplined with a strong desire to succeed and learn Change-oriented We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform. *It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions. ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.