Associate Sourcing Specialist

Company: The East Ohio Gas Company
Location: Akron
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Posting End Date:
January 31, 2025

Employee Type:
Regular-Full time

Union/Non:
This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we deliver safe and reliable natural gas to millions of customers throughout Ohio, and we do that by fueling our dedicated and skilled workforce. Whether you enjoy the outdoors or prefer the office environment, we value inclusion and diversity in all facets of our business. It's not just a job, it's a career!

We know that family is important and that's why we offer competitive benefits, a savings plan, and generous time off. When required, we also provide training.

We are looking for an Associate Sourcing Specialist to join our team!

Important Note: This role is considered safety sensitive, and as such, you may be required to undergo various background screenings. This may include but is not limited to a driving record abstract, criminal check, a company sponsored medical and drug testing.

What You Will Do:

Identifies potential suppliers. Solicits quotes, technical documentation, and relevant terms and conditions. Obtains standard materials and services from suppliers at the lowest cost, with consideration to quality, reliability, and need. Negotiates, awards, and implements contracts and purchase orders. Communicates with field and project personnel, to evaluate compliance with purchase contracts. Resolves problems regarding material delivery, price discrepancies, quality issues, invoice discrepancies, and/or adjustments.

Who You Are:

0-2 years of related experience

• General knowledge of business and contract law.
  
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis.
  
• General knowledge of materials and services delivery fulfillment processes.
  
• Good verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  
• Effective influence, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
  
• Analytical skills.
  
• Priority management skills.
  
• Project management skills.
  
• Computer proficiency.
  
• Forecasting and trend analysis skills.
  
• Value and cost analysis skills.
  
• Ability to apply analytical skills to diverse issues.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  
• Ability to use sound business judgment.
  
• Ability to anticipate, understand, and respond to customer needs.
  
  
  Education:
  
  Education- Bachelor preferred in Business Administration. An equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience are accepted in lieu of preferred degree
  
  Physical Requirements (Include but are not limited to):
  
  Grasping, kneeling, light - moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
  
  Mental Requirements (Both field & office) include but are not limited to:
  
  Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.
  
  Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer .We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com .
  
  Information For Applicants:
  
  • Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
  • We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
  • Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.
    
    To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com

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