Senior Procurement Analyst GBS FSSC

Job Description

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for acquiring requirements by location and verifying, preparing, and issuing purchase orders; communicating with suppliers; validating the receipt of goods/services; and resolving payment issues.

Specific Responsibilities

• Always comply with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
• Verify material/service needs by location and create requisitions using the best price and supplier, clarifying unclear items and recommending alternatives.
• Source available products to identify the best combination of quality, price, and delivery.
• Follow up on purchase orders by verifying product/service, estimated time of arrival, and price; obtain supplier recommendations for substitute items and perform cross-checks with the specified department.
• Schedule optimal delivery and monitor and expedite orders when necessary.
• Verify receipt of goods by comparing received items against purchase orders; resolve shipment issues and errors with suppliers and/or carriers.
• Verify invoices and payments with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Create purchase orders based on supplier invoices.
• Fulfill procurement mission and organizational goals by delivering the required outcomes as needed.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize data and trends.
• Maintain detailed and accurate information accessible in SharePoint for management.
• Participate in and update job knowledge through educational opportunities.
• Participate in special projects, additional tasks, or professional training, education, or development as required.
• Build trust by responding promptly to all inquiries, whether by phone or email.
• Promote a positive attitude and a safe working environment.
• Understand and comply with SGS procedures and standards; comply with all SGS policies.
• Adopt and support specific operational improvement activities communicated by the GBS Team Leader, supervisor, or manager. These projects will focus on improving quality, efficiency, accreditation, communication, and technical enhancement.
• Ensure that the GBS workspace is always kept clean and presentable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• English level B2+, with strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• 3–5 years of experience in Procurement.
• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience preferred; knowledge of Oracle AP systems and processes is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, initiative, problem-solving, and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance guidelines, and procedure manuals.
• Strong active listening and customer service skills.
• Ability to present information effectively to individuals and small groups within the organization.

Additional Information

Salary: To be agreed

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Work Modality: Hybrid work model

Contract Type: Indefinite-term contract

Compensation: 4900000 to 6300000 (COP) (MONTHLY)