Industrial Procurement Specialist

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

The Procurement Specialist supports the East Region operations at Reworld Waste by managing the full procurement lifecycle across various goods and services-from consumables to turbine components. This role is critical in achieving cost savings, enhancing supplier performance, and ensuring timely material availability, particularly during outage seasons. The ideal candidate is an experienced, hands-on sourcing professional who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments, brings strategic thinking to vendor consolidation, and is comfortable working with cross-functional teams and procurement systems. A strong focus on data analysis, compliance, and process improvement is essential.

Specific Accountabilities Include (but not limited to):

• Lead strategic sourcing across diverse categories, including facility equipment, industrial parts, and operational consumables.

• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and drive supplier consolidation to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Manage bid events, RFPs, vendor negotiations, contract execution, and ongoing supplier performance tracking.
• Maintain procurement documentation and workflows using systems such as PeopleSoft and Jaggaer.
• Provide 24/7 support during outage seasons for urgent sourcing and contractor coordination.
• Analyze supplier KPIs, including response time, approval timelines, and invoicing accuracy, to improve procurement efficiency.
• Support the development, review, and enhancement of Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with contractors and suppliers.
• Sourced and managed spare parts inventory across shared facilities to maintain operational readiness.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to align procurement with project and production needs.
• Deliver procurement training to internal stakeholders and contribute to system/process improvements.
• Attend regional procurement meetings, supplier walkdowns, and technical conferences to strengthen market awareness.

Education:

• A bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance, or a related technical discipline is required.
• ISM or APICS certification is preferred but not required

Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management in a manufacturing, energy, or industrial setting.
• Experience sourcing direct equipment and materials such as turbines, mechanical parts, or industrial components.
• Familiarity with enterprise procurement platforms (e.g., PeopleSoft, Jaggaer).
• Proven experience managing RFPs, bids, and vendor negotiations independently.
• Background supporting outage or critical operational timelines is a strong advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of contracting principles, including risk management, warranty terms, and procurement law.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with Power BI or similar analytics tools is a plus.
• Ability to analyze data and use KPIs to drive procurement improvements and accountability.
• Skilled in managing both lump-sum and time & materials contracts.
• High safety awareness and ability to work in industrial environments (heat, noise, odors).
• Effective communicator and collaborator with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and engineering.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under pressure and adapt to fast-changing operational demands.
• Comfortable engaging with suppliers on-site, conducting performance reviews, and managing long-term relationships.
• Strong initiative, detail orientation, and commitment to continuous improvement.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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