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What to Expect
The Procurement Specialist position is the bridge between our vendors,
contractors, and our project teams. The Architectural Global Supply Manager
works closely with Project Managers, Designers, Manufacturers, Contractors to
ensure the successful purchasing, expediting, contracting for architectural
scopes including but not limited to drywall, framing, wall finishes, millwork,
tile flooring, natural stone, glass & glazing, fixtures, terrazzo, carpet,
window shades, doors, hardware, roofing, painting.
What You'll Do
Collaborate with project managers, design team and suppliers to ascertain
timeline, budget, and deadlines for each project
Prepare and initiate RFP's, bid leveling and project awards
Coordinate and execute Purchase Orders and Work Authorization for assigned
contractors, services, and/or commodities
Strengthen vendor relationships; develop, source, rand maintain key
partnerships for Tesla
Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships, act as the lead point of
contact for all commercial issues
Pre-qualify and synthesize supplier, industry, and market research for
Architectural Materials and Services to develop sourcing strategy
Administer, facilitate and answer Requests for Information (RFI's)
received during the tender process by issuing RFP Addendums agreements, as
necessary, to mitigate Tesla's exposure to risk and consolidate suppliers
spend
Help review estimates and proposals to develop commercial recommendations
Work on "Lean" initiatives and identify other sourcing efficiencies via
benchmarking, VA/VE, competitive quotes, and resourcing
Collaborate with design team to source alternative architectural finishes
to meet project schedules
Monitor and ensure that the services/commodities purchased are compliant
with Tesla's global procurement policy
What You'll Bring
Experience working with designers/suppliers/vendors to source
architectural materials and services, including Strategic Sourcing,
Opportunity Analyses, and Contract Negotiations
Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem
solve
MS or BS in Architectural Design and/or evidence of exceptional experience
Strategic Sourcing, Opportunity Analyses, and Contract Negotiations
Experience in executing Change Management processes and procedures
Demonstrated ability to identify business process issues and drive process
improvement
Excellent analytical and judgment skills. Advanced excel skills a must
have
Experience in estimating and budget control strongly preferred
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various
stakeholders
Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem
solve, with demonstrated ability to identify business process issues and
drive process improvement
