Contract Management Specialist - Irving, United States - AutoNation Business Operations Support

Description

Overview:

Description of Position: The Supplier Specialist is responsible maintaining up-to-date and accurate supplier information in the companys Supplier Management and Procure-to-Pay systems.

Primary Job Responsibilities:
Monitor and complete requests for additions or changes to the supplier database to ensure timely and appropriate activations, de-activations, and changes
Provide follow up and technical assistance to external suppliers and internal users
Review supplier database to ensure data integrity and compliance including updated certificates of insurances and contracts
Implement processes to improve efficiency and accuracy across multiple systems
Develop reporting to present metrics to management
Manage projects as needed under the direction of Manager

Qualifications Mandatory:
High school diploma
Excellent data entry and quality assurance skills
Follows detailed instructions
Maintains confidentiality
Excellent writing and grammar skills, ability to write concisely, clearly, and logically
Ability to hear and answer questions perceptively
Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel

Qualifications Preferred:
Bachelors degree
4-6 years Supplier Management experience
Experience supporting programs related to change management initiatives
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

Next Possible Position: Lead Data Analyst Supplier Resources

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented. Career path opportunities are dependent on business and staffing needs and the qualifications of internal and external candidates.